“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you. . ..”
1 Peter 3:15
Man if God doesn’t challenge you with His word, I declar’! So let me give you a play by play. I JUST read this scripture this morning and was like “That’s a good scripture! I should write a devotional about it!” ….10 minutes later. A teacher walks to my desk and here is our conversation:
Me: Good morning! (Smiles)
Her: Good morning. You know, you ALWAYS look so happy! I don’t know what is it! But whatever you got, I want some of it”.
Me: (Chuckles) (Smiles)
Her: (Waits for a moment) then starts asking me a question related to why she visited in the first place. Then she walks away.
WAIT! I don’t know if you got that….but go back and read the scripture….it says ALWAYS be ready to give a defense. In other words, this basically means that we should always be ready to speak up and boldly proclaim the JOY that we have in the LORD! We have hope because of JESUS! He came, died, and rose so that we would have a chance to get back in proper relationship with Christ. The light that we have on the inside should shine so bright and attract people to us to ask us why we are so different and that gives us an easy moment to witness about God! People wonder how we live lives of holiness, how we remain calm and joyful in terrible situations, and we should be ready and not ashamed of the gospel (Romans 1:16). Well, I just wanted to encourage you all on that. Clearly I’m convicted. Whew. Y’all be blessed!
Prayer: Lord. Help me! You’re so great and wonderful and I boast in you to certain people, but give me MORE boldness and MORE opportunities to effectively witness of your love and mercy to everyone who you place in my ministry path! I love you so much God. In Jesus name, Amen.