Let God Use You

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Fellow Christian? What comes to your mind when I ask you to give me the name of somebody you know that just would never do it. What I mean is this. The person you are thinking about right now just would never turn their lives over to Christ.

What? Did you happen to think of other names you would now like to add to the mix?
Pastor Greg says this: "No one is beyond the reach of God. That is why we should never stop sharing the gospel message.

Are you guys thinking of someone who will never believe in God? Or, maybe the person you're thinking about believes in God. But, does not really have a relationship with Him. He or she is more focused on the book definition of what it's like to be a Christian. Maybe, they are too concerned about making sure they are perfect when doing the rituals.

I get it. It is hard. Not something easy for some to do. Telling people about Jesus. 

What comes to mind is the bible story of Jonah. God wanted Jonah to go to Nineveh, capital of Assyria to give the message God gave to Him.

"The Ninevites were known for their violence and the atrocities they committed. They would even pile up skulls as monuments to their massacres. They were out of contro!" ( Greg Laurie)

Then, came the revival. I am thinking that if wicked people like that can be saved? Anyone can besaved with God! 

"And if God brought a mighty revival in Nineveh with no better representative than Jonah and no more gospel than he preached in their streets, then surely God can do the same thing for America. And surely God can use you and me with the life-changing message of the gospel." (Greg Laurie)

Let me end my writing this morning with pa story.I remember back when I was 17 I met my new friend James. I remember he definitely did not believe in God. Don't quote me on this. But, I think maybe he was Islam or Hindu. I forget. 

Anyway, I can't remember why? However, I remember having an opportunity to tell James about Jesus. I trusted he was listening. When it came to me asking if he wanted to say a prayer of invitation inviting the Lord Jesus to come live in his heart, he declined.

Of course I respected his wishes. Closed the subject. Called it a day. And, back to whateer we were doing.

Then, a few days went by and I received a phone call from James. He sounded so frantic with fear in his voice. James had gotten into a car accident. He said he saw his whole life Flash before his eyes! He told me he was ready to invite Jesus to come live in his life. I prayed with him. Then, he became my brother in Christ!

Romans 8:28

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Jeremiah 29:11 

For I know the lkplans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

Galatians 2:20 

I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Romans 8:18  

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

Romans 12:2 

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

Proverbs 3:5-6  

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Isaiah 41:10 

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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