Honestly, I waited till Friday to publish this for the simple purpose of having the name "Friday Fireworks". Catchy, eh?
Do you know how fireworks are made? It's a very precise, dangerous process. I mean, there is explosives involved. Essentially, a firework is a shell filled with black powder (explosive like gunpowder) in one specific area, with a charge leading to it. Nowadays, big fireworks displays are set off by computers or even robots. Fireworks are extremely dangerous when not handled correctly. Reaching out to other people, having this high challenge/high invite, is like a firework. It's a delicate process and something that should be taken seriously. This OUT in the Jesus pattern can be the hardest to accomplish because of that fact. Talking to people, getting into life with them will be messy. It won't always be fun. And sometimes, there will be other things we "think" we need to do. People are people, which means they have feelings about everything just like you do. In 1 Peter, Peter really focuses on the fact that yes, we are to talk to other people about Christ, but to do it in a gentle matter. Souls are at stake. Literally. But really, this is why we are Christians. If we believe in who Jesus says He is, then we also believe Him when He says.... "...All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:18-20 NIV You have the ability and the power to impact your family, your neighborhood, your city. Like for real. You can change the world. Today, look for opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Smile at someone. Buy their coffee. Start a conversation. Pray with someone. Be kind to those who are rude. Whatever situations we find ourselves in today, I pray we embody the Church as we are called to. Peace to you.
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