Show and Tell

This past Tuesday we attended a singles worship service called 7:22. It is based off 2 Samual 7:22, "How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears." This is an amazing ministry that reaches 2,000-3,000 individuals here in Atlanta, as well as thousands over their web broadcasting! The nights message was based off a rudimentary game called "Show and Tell".

The message was simple: Show others Jesus. By showing, people will naturally ask questions. Answer the questions. This will lead into a conversation. A real, relational conversation.

When I think back to kindergarden, I remember when I was the VIP (very important person) for the week. This was my opportunity to bring everything that I loved...to SHOW who I was. I brought pictures of my family, my blanket, my favorite doll and even brought my 2 cats to school one day! All week long, other kids were asking me questions about the objects I was so proud to be displaying for them. I eagerly answered their questions. Naturally, they learned more about who I was, what I thought was important and who I loved.

We have the opportunity to SHOW others Jesus everyday of our lives. How exciting is this! We do not have to wait for a specific time or week to share about Jesus. When we love something, we want to share it with everyone and talk about it everytime the possibility arises. The heart of Christianity is Love: Jesus's love for us, our love for Him, and our love for others.

St. Francis of Assisi captured this message perfectly with one, powerful statement, "Preach the Gospel at all times...if necessary, use words."

Stephanie