by Pastor Nick
Right now in HSM we are in a series called "Story...the greatest story ever!" It's a thought provoking challenge toward engaging those we love and serve in conversation about Jesus. This past weekend I shared some thoughts with our students I thought might encourage you. We who are Christ followers have powerful stories because of God's power at work within us...so here are 3 steps to take to become ready to share your story:
1. POSSESS confidence in your story - Romans 1:12 tells us that we encourage one another by sharing what God is doing in our lives. You have a story to share if Christ has changed your life and that story both impacts others and strengthens you.
2. PICK which part of your story to share - we who know Jesus have a salvation story (before + how + after) and we also have a growth story (issue + lesson + response). I shared 2 of Paul's stories from 1 Timothy 1 and Philippians. Know your audience and what they need to hear in a certain situation but just share!
3. PREPARE to share your story - there's one garuntee in sharing your story...if you're not ready to the chances of you doing it drop significantly. You prepare by: praying, asking others to pray, writing it out, practicing it, shortening it, and checking your heart.
All in all we are to be ready to share with others our story. I love 1 Peter 3:15 in the Message,
"Be ready to speak up and tell anyone who asks why you're living the way you are, and always with the utmost courtesy."
So, what's your story?
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