Changing the world is more difficult than it looks. That’s probably because we are going about this “world changing” stuff it in completely the wrong way. It also has a lot to do with what weapons we use, or don’t use. If you want to shoot down a fighter pilot you don’t use a M16 rifle. Similarly the Bible says:
“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;” 2 Corinthians 10:4
The war to change the world is not a Conservatives versus Liberals fight, it’s a Satan versus God matchup. Sometimes today it seems as if we worship a made up god who is weak and disinterested in our lives. Our God is all holy, all powerful, and all knowing. Not only does God keep his promises, but he’s the Alpha and the Omega – the beginning and the end (that’s how I know He’ll win)!
If our God is real why don’t follow his guidelines for changing the world? The Believers in the book of Acts didn’t try politics or military force they simply went and proclaimed Jesus’ life altering, world changing, message to as many as they could wherever they could. Because of this look what happened to a believer named Jason and a few of his fellow Christians:
“…they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;”
Wow! What an accusation, these guys are “world turners”, turning the world, not upside down, but right side up!
At times, especially after losing elections, it seems as though we get confused and think we should try the same tactics our worldly opponents use. Jesus didn’t say:
“Go into all the world and support/be your local Republican candidate.”
He said:
“Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”
and:
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of
the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you:”.
If his soul is won, fed and nurtured by God, you won’t have to worry about his vote.
change the world with His weapons!
For “how to” books on evangelism and gospel tracts anyone can hand out go here:
LivingWaters.com . Other websites with excellent gospel tracts: Chick.com and OneMilliontracts.com
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YES! Living Waters is a great resource.
ReplyDeleteI love how you point out that we need to use the correct weapons. By God's grace, a battle can be won with rubber chickens, it's just better to fight the RIGHT way. :-)
Oh, btw, EXCELLENT testimony on the power of BOLD evangelism: http://www.freecdtracts.com/testimony_11.htm
Thanks Brian.
ReplyDeleteSorry for not replying sooner (I did read it, as I do every comment posted here).
This (evangelism) is a major issue I just wish it sounded as fun as protesting...
I want to put together a Protest and Prayer Rally on this Health Care bill coming out... I'm afraid I won't be able to pull it off in time.
Good seeing you at Patriot Academy (and your beard :)!
- Trent