God's Glory Church

“Do the work of the evangelist.” — 2 Timothy 4:5

While waiting to start university, twenty-year-old Shin decided to devote three summer months to serving in a youth missionary organization. It seemed like an inappropriate time for this, given the restrictions related to COVID-19, which prohibited in-person meetings. However, Shin found a way to serve. “We weren’t able to meet with students on the streets, in shopping malls and in fast food places like we normally do,” she said.

Shin followed the instruction of the apostle Paul, which he gave to Timothy: “Do the work of an evangelist” (2 Tim. 4:5). Paul warned that people will seek teachers who will tell them what they want to hear, not what they really need to hear (vv. 3-4). However, Timothy was called to preach with courage “in season and in season”. Paul told him: “Rebuke, forbid, convince with patience and knowledge” (v. 2).

Although not all of us are called to be evangelists or preachers, each of us can share our faith with those around us. Without Christ, unbelievers will simply perish. Believers need strengthening and encouragement. With God’s help, let us proclaim His good news everywhere and to everyone.

What prevents you from witnessing to the faith? How does the thought of Jesus’ return help you overcome fear?

Dear Jesus, help me to use every opportunity to witness to others about You so that they may find hope and comfort in You.

Author: Po Fang Hia