‘For Yehovah so loved the world…’ John 3:16
As Billy Kennedy, Leader of the Pioneer Network in the UK once said, ‘Our goal, as Yehovah’s people, is not to fill our buildings, but to transform our towns and cities.’ That is a great challenge, not only for leaders but to each individual follower of Yeshua. What is the true motivation of your heart as you talk to others about your faith? Is the intent to recruit people to your cause; to invite or entice people to join His church, like you would a social club or sports team? Or are you so thrilled with the close and intimate relationship that you have with Yehovah that you want to tell everyone that the same fellowship is available to them too? Yehovah loves each member of the human race so much, that He sent his only Son, Yeshua, to die on the cross for their salvation. When you understand His passion for His creation, a similar love for them starts to rise in you. You will long to tell them of the love and mercy of Yehovah, and of His desire to be in relationship with them. You are a servant of Yeshua, working to build His Kingdom in the lives of those He loves, transforming not only their lives, but also impacting the communities in which they live. Are you an agent of the Good News of the Gospel or merely a promoter of a better lifestyle? Reflect on the goodness of Yehovah towards you and try to grasp the love He has for others. This will bring a fresh beauty to your witness, to others in the community.