What's Stopping You?

"While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them." 3So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off.” Acts 13:2-3

• What if you shared God’s word with one person each day?
• What if you showered others with God’s love?
• What if you passed out Bible’s to the homeless?
• What if you prayed for ten minutes every day for those who are lost?
• What if you sent a letter to encourage missionaries all over the world?
• What if you spent more time helping those in need instead of tending to yourself or watching T.V.?
• What if you slowed down enough to listen to a friend in need?
• What if you reached out to your enemy instead of turning away from them?

Instead of saying what if, what if we actually did it? How much more would God’s word spread? Paul and Barnabas were two men who lived out their what if’s and because they did we have had the opportunity to hear the Good News.

God wants to use every one of us to share the message of His love. He does not expect or even ask us to be anything other than ourselves. He can and will use us if we are willing, ready, and obedient.

• How can you be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit in your life?
• How can you begin today sharing the message of God’s love?
• What are some important tools to have as you go out share the word of God?

Take a few minutes and spend time in prayer asking the Lord to equip you and use for His service. Ask Him to set up meetings with other colleagues or even family members that might not know Him. Then ask Him to speak through you and directly into the heart of that person.