Witnessing Begins With Prayer

   Who would you like to see give their lives to Jesus this year? A family member? A friend? Or perhaps the people you work with or those who live in your community? Whoever they are, you can be a part of introducing them to Christ by committing to pray for them every day. 

   We often say, at EE, that witnessing without prayer is presumption. The truth is, we cannot effectively share Jesus with others unless we begin with prayer. Prayer invites the Holy Spirit to go with us and lead the conversation. He’s the One who gives us the words to say. He’s the One who speaks to and ultimately changes hearts. Without Him, we go alone. 

   There’s no time better to begin praying for someone than today. You can even begin right now. 

   Make a list. Write down the names of people you would like to see give their hearts to Christ. Be specific. Don’t just write “my family” or “my neighborhood.” List them by name. If you only know their first name, that’s okay. Write that down. God knows who they are.

   Post it. Put it somewhere visible where you will see it. You don’t have to put it somewhere where your whole family will see it, but don’t hide it in the back of your Bible either. Post it where you will see every single day as a reminder to pray. 

   Make time to pray. S ...

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