Revision Week 6 - Share Jesus
Seeking and Sharing Jesus: The Heart of Christian Discipleship
Have you ever given up too quickly on something important? Sometimes we stop searching just before we find what we're looking for. This principle applies not only to lost AirPods but also to one of the most significant aspects of Christian life: sharing Jesus with others.
What Does It Mean to Share Jesus?
When we talk about sharing Jesus, many Christians immediately feel overwhelmed. There's often guilt, fear, or the pressure to have all the right answers. But what if sharing Jesus is simpler than we think?
Jesus Came to Seek and Save the Lost
In Luke 19:10, Jesus declares, "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." This verse reveals Jesus' mission and provides crucial insight into our role as believers. The word "lost" here describes something destined for destruction - people separated from God due to sin.
When Jesus looked at someone like Zacchaeus, a despised tax collector, He didn't see someone to condemn. He saw someone who had been lost to the Father, someone whose life was heading toward destruction, and His heart was moved with love to bring him home.
We Only Have to Do Half the Work
Here's the encouraging truth: we're not called to save anyone. Jesus has already done the saving work through His death and resurrection. Our job is much simpler - we're called to seek.
The Great Commission Simplified
In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus gives us clear instructions: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."
Notice what Jesus is saying: "I've already done the work on the cross. The cure has been found. The opportunity for salvation has been created through my blood. Now just go get them. Go find them, seek them out, disciple them, teach them."
What Is Discipleship Really?
Discipleship isn't a complicated theological concept. It's simply finding someone who doesn't have what you have and sharing it with them. Think of it like an apprenticeship - a master craftsman shares knowledge and experience with someone learning the trade.
You Don't Need a Seminary Degree
If you have found Jesus, you can help others find Him. If you've learned anything positive about your relationship with God, you have something to share. Discipleship isn't just about helping Christians become "more Christian" - it's about sharing what you have with anyone who needs it.
Everyone Is Taking Steps
People are constantly moving in their relationship with Jesus. Some are far from faith, others are just beginning to trust Christians, and still others are ready to cross the line into salvation. Every positive step toward God matters, and you can be part of someone's journey regardless of where they are.
Different Milestones Matter
Not everyone you influence will get baptized through your efforts, and that's okay. Maybe your role is helping someone learn to trust Christians. Maybe you're the person who shows them that God cares about their daily struggles. Each step matters in God's kingdom.
The Secret: Just Love People
First John 4:11-12 gives us the key: "Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us."
Love for Love's Sake
When someone feels like you're trying to convert them, it feels manipulative. But when you simply love them because you've been loved by God, they begin to see God differently. They start recognizing that God is not distant but near, working through His people.
Practical Ways to Show God's Love
Instead of asking "How are you doing?" try asking "How is life treating you today?" This simple change invites deeper conversation and shows genuine care.
Look for opportunities to serve others - whether it's the person fixing your house, your coworker, or the cashier at the store. Small acts of kindness, like including a gift card with a thank-you note, can open doors for meaningful relationships.
Ask Good Questions and Listen
People are often surprised when someone genuinely cares about their life. By asking thoughtful questions and really listening to the answers, you demonstrate the love of Christ in practical ways.
You're Not Responsible for the Results
Remember, your job is to seek people out and show them love. You share the good news through your actions and words, but the rest is between them and Jesus. Don't carry the burden of trying to save people - that's Jesus' job, and He's already accomplished it.
Life Application
This week, identify one person in your life who needs to experience God's love. This could be a coworker, neighbor, family member, or even someone you encounter regularly like a cashier or service provider. Your challenge is simple: intentionally show them love without any agenda other than reflecting the love God has shown you.
Ask yourself these questions:
Who in my life seems to be carrying heavy burdens that I could help lighten through simple acts of kindness?
How can I move beyond surface-level conversations to show genuine interest in someone's well-being?
What has God's love meant to me, and how can I reflect that same love to others this week?
The world is desperate for authentic love. As believers, we have the privilege of being God's hands and feet, showing others that they matter to Him. Start with one person, love them well, and trust Jesus to do the rest.
