What do YOU Believe?
Classmates in the Small Group Disciples II Sunday School class at 11:00 know that each year I select a word as a focal point of the year. This year the word is BELIEVE. This word causes me to think about what I DO believe. The Apostles Creed immediately comes to mind. I BELIEVE in God the Father, maker of heaven and earth… etc. All too often I say things by rote memorization. Recently at a Gideon/Auxiliary Small Testament sidewalk distribution a student asked me, “What do you believe?” Well, as a teacher, parent, and Christian I was compelled to give a truthful, accurate answer to this young lady.
I believe I am a daughter of God by the power of His name.
John 1:12: “But as many, as receive him to them he gave power to become sons (and daughters) of God even to them that believe on HIS name.”
I believe in my heart that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.
Acts 8:37: “…If thou believes with all thine heart, then Jesus Christ is the Son of God.”
I believe when I confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, believe in my heart that God raised Jesus from the dead and made my righteous confession that is salvation.
Romans 10:9 -10: “If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus and shall believe in thine heart that God raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart, man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”
A small testament was given, and I asked if she had a church, Sunday School or a Good News Club at her school. Her grandmother did, and she would talk with her. They did have a Good News Club after school, which she could check out. The APS in the front of the testament were shown where she could find help if she was afraid, or worried, or sad. Also the GPS was shown in the back of the testament, which is God’s Plan of Salvation. I told her God Bless and sent her on her way. The seeds were planted for her and clarified for me (in case I am asked at another time.) What do YOU believe? All people need to know the truth.
Prayer:
Dear God, continue to be with me and each of us as we are called to share what we believe with others. May we tell the truth when asked about our faith, not only to share it with others but also to strengthen each and every one of us in our calling. Give me the words and strength to share when the opportunity arises to empower boldness Amen.
Contributed by Roz Honchul
