Bible Study January 16, 2024
1 Peter 2:11 – 17 (LSB)
Churches are always trying to find new methods of doing ministry. I remember James Kennedy years ago with his Evangelism Explosion plan. It worked well at the time. Then the Roman Road to salvation was developed which is effective in that we know the steps to leading one to Christ.
Then we have churches with great music programs (which I like) and great acoustics (which are very beneficial) we have some with elaborate lighting systems all leading to what we hope is an attitude of worship and a blessed worship experience. I have no issues with what any church does.
But the question that oftentimes presents itself is “Do we have to change?” Sometimes the method does not need to change. God’s primary means of reaching others is through evangelism. People need to see the hope of Christ in our daily lives and ask us about it.
When that happens we should be ready to give an answer. 1 Peter 3:13 says, “But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and fear,”
God’s method is to allow our light to shine that others may see Jesus through us by what we do and glorify Christ.
God’s message is Christ, His method is us.
God Bless.
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