GOSPEL SHARING AND FEAR OF REJECTION
Jesus sent out 72 disciples two by two to preach the gospel in every town and place he was about to go. He prepared them to understand that some people would accept their message and some would reject it. The main thing was to know that ultimately they were accepting or rejecting Christ. Even more significantly, anyone who rejected Christ, would be rejecting God. For accepting Christ Jesus is the only way to be accepted by God.
Those who love the approval of others, fear rejection. This is one reason many don’t share the good news about Jesus. They’re afraid of rejection. For if the hearer rejects the message, the messenger feels rejected too. Yet, for those who love the acceptance and approval of God, sharing the gospel is foremost.
As those whom Jesus has commissioned to bear witness of Him to others, we can overcome our fear of rejection by recognizing that they’re really responding to Him.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, we confess that we are often silent before others concerning the gospel. We may be in too much a hurry, or too concerned about what others may think, when we should always be ready to share your gospel. Forgive us and renew our strength to tell others about Jesus. We love you. In Jesus’ name, amen.