“Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of Yehovah.” Romans 10:17
In the book of Judges, we read that Yehovah called Gideon, a man who was, at the time, in hiding, to defeat the Midianite army. Gideon thought He had made a mistake, but Yehovah called him a mighty man of valour. Yehovah then called 300 men to stand with him. They were not equipped with swords and shields – but with a trumpet and a light covered by a pitcher – until the appointed time. At Gideon’s signal, they blew their trumpets in unison, calling out, “The Sword of the Lord and of Gideon”, broke the pitchers and allowed the light to be seen by all around. In their panic, the Midianites turned upon and killed one another, and so were routed and defeated.
As followers of Yeshua we know the Scriptures describe the sword of the Lord as the Word of Yehovah. We read also that Yeshua is the Light of the World, and that He calls each of us to let our light shine before men. Yehovah commands us to declare the His Word, the good news of the Gospel, and to make disciples of all nations, including where you live.
In these troubled times we have an incredible opportunity to proclaim the Gospel message. Millions of people are becoming acutely aware of their own weakness and inability to survive by their own wits and wisdom. Now is the time to share the good news of the Gospel when and wherever we find those receptive hearts. St Francis of Assisi said, “Preach the Gospel at all times, and if necessary, use words.” That is a challenge to let the way we talk and behave speak louder than the words we speak, but never forget that the Scriptures say that “Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of Yehovah.” (Romans 10:17), so always be ready and prepared to share the Word of Yehovah with them.