Webster's New World Dictionary defines the word "preach" as to "Give a religious sermon" - "to give moral advice."
For over forty years I have "preached" the Word of God. But I believe that the preaching of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, is not just the responsibility of those of us who proclaim God's truth, from pulpit and platform. I believe that every Christian has the responsibility to share the "good news" of Jesus Christ.
In those times when we meet people in our community, we have the opportunities to share, what Jesus has done for us. A personal testimony of how Jesus Christ, is making a difference in our lives, is the best preaching there is.
And in those times when people in our family, and our community are hurting; What a great opportunity to share how Jesus Christ can help them deal with that hurt.
In essence the Apostle Paul in our text, is issuing a challenge through his question. "How will people come to know the Lord, Jesus Christ as Savior and Shepherd, if there is not a preacher?"
If they don't hear the message, how can they respond to it?
Today, let's tell people about Jesus. Let's tell them the "Good News!"
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