Okay, so I’m the new guy here in Lawrence County, but I have found that church folk are the same all over the world…well, at least all over Southern IL. We (church folk) have a tendency to turn our interests inward and focus on ourselves and by doing so we (hopefully unintentionally) shut out the world…the same world that Christ calls us to be witnesses to (Acts 1:8). What’s that about? Is it fear…perhaps it’s apathy…maybe it’s that comfort thing…or just plain laziness! It is likely a combination of things and you may have your own excuse, but I call it sin. Yeah, it is sinful to become so wrapped up in our own church activities and comfort that we neglect the great commission…isn’t Satan clever? I know we have a need to nurture one’s self, and others, but that doesn’t negate our calling. Christ calls us to introduce others to him…to be his witnesses and like it or not we are, whether we intend to be or not. What does your witness say? You’ve probably seen this, it’s been all around the net, but it might just deserve another look. Steve Harvey introducing Jesus: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvCd_ANIKys. How would you introduce Him?
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First time I have seen this. Gives me a whole new perspective on Steve Harvey. Sounds like he could preach with the best. I'm thinking of our Bishop, Sylvester, Troy, & Shane. Maybe we could get him for the next Forged in the Fire! I think I have learned from you that "It's not about me!" I pray my witness says that. And I would introduce Him as my best friend! (By the way, I was not the Anonymous that responded on yesterday's blog.)
WoW!!! I listened to this and watched with tears in my eyes. It's amazing that some of us don't have the courage to raise our hands in surrender in our own little churches where we are all family. Steve Harvey has shown me one of the best witnesses I've ever seen.
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