Hebraic Musing - Why is your Testimony your best Witnessing tool?
Over the years I
have shared my testimony often and I’ve also been known to encourage and ask others
to share their salvation experience (testimony). From their sharing, I learn a lot about their
relationship with the LORD, especially by asking them to describe that moment
Jesus came into their life.
The sharing of
testimonies has opened the door for countless seekers to give their hearts to
Jesus and to make him LORD of their lives.
Many have discounted the Bible, so sharing personal testimonies avoids
the accusation of cramming the Bible; and thus, it becomes a way for the Bible
to become real and relevant. People may disagree with your preaching; they
might even argue with your teaching; BUT they cannot argue with your
testimony. It is real and it is the
truth!
Notice
the importance and impact of “testimonies” in this sampling of NT Bible
references:
- John 19:35-36 – The man who saw it has given testimony,
and his testimony is true. He knows that he tells the truth,
and he testifies so that you also may believe. NIV
- John 21:24 -- This is the disciple who testifies to these things and
who wrote them down. We know that his testimony is true.
- 1 Cor. 2:1-2
– When I came to you, brothers, I did not come with
eloquence or superior wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony
about God.
- Rev. 12:11 – They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and
by the word of their testimony;
What is the ideal outline for your testimony? (whether the
30 minute, 5 minute, or 1 minute version)
1.
What was life before?
(the dissatisfactions with your prior life)
2.
What made you recognize a need to change?
3.
What happened at that moment when Jesus came into your
life?
4.
What has life been like ever since?
Have you written
your own personal Salvation Testimony?
Could you spontaneously deliver it?
Can you share it in a 30-minute speech; or in a 2–3-minute opportunity;
or to someone in an elevator in a few seconds?
Why might that be important? We need to respect the listener’s time.
Who do you know needs to hear your testimony? Who would relate to your changed life?
Have you ever shared your salvation testimony? What happened?
How might our personal salvation testimony help to fulfill the “Great
Commission”?
We probably won’t be called before governors or kings as they were in
the book of Acts, but we may be called to testify to our neighbor next
door. I have been surprised at how many
people are hurting and seeking answers and thus they are willing to hear my (or
your) testimony. I’ve had some
incredible conversations with people while introducing them to Jesus before,
during and after sharing my testimony.
I would love to hear your Testimony in one or two pages. Brusherd@cox.net
Points to ponder
As a Christian, can
you testify as a “Satisfied Customer”?
Do you have your testimony written out, ready to share?
Is your Salvation Testimony ready, on the tip of your tongue?
Have you practiced sharing it?
Do you have a 30-minute, a 5-minute and a -minute version ready?
(You never know how much time you will be given to share it!)
BTW - You can also
“testify” how God recently blessed you in a special way!
“Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also
acknowledge him before my Father in heaven.” Matt.10:32
Yosef a.k.a. Joe Brusherd September
17, 2024
“Biblical Marriage” “Musings - A Victorious Life” “Musings - The Torah and New Testament”
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