Lifestyle Evangelism is . . . Conscious.

There are some things in life which come naturally and easily. There are other things in life which are not natural and which are not easy. There are some things which we might call “second nature.” Yet, if we think about many of these things which are “second nature,” we will have to admit that it was not always so. Think about learning to walk. When we first learn to walk, we have to think long and hard about what we are doing. After we have grown and learned to walk, it comes naturally to us. Think about typing, playing a musical instrument, riding a bicycle and so forth. These things which are natural and “second nature” were not always so. There was a time when we first learned to type, to play a musical instrument, to ride a bicycle, when it took much mental energy to concentrate in order to accomplish the task.

Much the same may be said of our Lifestyle Evangelism. Living a life conscious of the fact that all we (think), say and do reflects the faith that is in our hearts may be difficult at first. It may take some concentration on our part to remind ourselves of the witness we are making. Many times, Jesus spoke of the fact that it is out of one’s heart that one thinks, speaks and does. Thus, what we think, what we say, what we do does reflect what is in our heart, in faith or not in faith.

One helpful hint in become more conscious of this fact would be to put the Christian symbol of the fish on your car. Then, you will need to remind yourself, as you cut-off the driver behind you, that you have just made a negative witness of your Christian faith. As you become more conscious of your witness, with the Lord’s help, you will be more courteous in your driving and also in your daily life and routine. Then, you will become mor conscious of making a positive witness which will lead to opportunities to give an answer for the hope you have in Jesus your Savior.

3 of 52 © Rev. Ronald A. Bogs