But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them? And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent? That is why the Scriptures say, “How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news!” But not everyone welcomes the Good News, for Isaiah the prophet said, “Lord, who has believed our message?” So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ.
Romans 10:1-17 NLT
There is an ongoing discussion among followers of Christ about how the good news is shared. Some give priority to our acts of service, hospitality, and compassion. For others, it is all about the opportunity to speak and share the word of God with people in a way they can hear.
The truth is it is some of both. Words and actions. Both are essential in communicating the gospel. The practical challenge is that we shy away from the words, hoping that actions are enough to communicate God’s love.
The Apostle Paul makes a really great point. “And how will they hear about him unless someone tells them?” This question needs fresh focus and consideration in culture today.
God has brought the very best news through Jesus Christ to all of us. Everyone can be made right with God. Everyone can contribute to a meaningful life that loves and lasts forever. Everything is being renewed. Jesus forgives and invites us into a full relationship that gives life forever.
Reflection
Why have we become cautious about sharing this great news of God with anyone and everyone? Sure, we have seen horrible examples of manipulation and solicitation that turns the sharing of this gospel into another’s sales pitch or ask for money. These abuses should not stop you and me.
Let’s share the good news of God with a love and genuineness that is authentic. Be clear and kind. Give opportunity for people to draw in. Combine words with actions, creating amazing experiences for people to hear God’s good news with the opportunity to respond to it.
Encouragement
Share a cup of coffee with a friend and share God’s good news. Love, forgiveness, and acceptance are in great need and demand today. Don’t focus on religion. Focus on a restored relationship, unconditional love, forgiveness freely given by Jesus Christ to anyone who believes.
Rediscover the good news in God. Hold it in your head and heart. Ask God to cultivate anticipation with who you can share His love next.
Prayer
Father God, forgive us when we go silent with our words and withhold the best news in the world from others who need to hear it. Help us reclaim an intentional heart and mind to share with people who need to hear it. Holy Spirit, guide us in sharing in a way that reflects the gracious love of God. Jesus, thank You for making this possible through Your life, death, sacrifice, and resurrection.
Sharing the good news in Your name, Amen