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January 23, 2004

Posted: 1/23/04

Share Christ daily, evangelists urge

RICHARDSON—Every Christian is called to be a witness for Christ daily, but each must act with God's power to be effective, according to Texas Baptist vocational evangelists at the Texas Evangelism and Missions Conference.

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Christians influence others every time they step out the door, said evangelist Paul Garcia of Plano. Believers can have a positive impact on others through small acts such as smiling, opening doors and speaking encouraging words.

“Not everyone is called to be a pastor, called to be an evangelist, but we are all called to share the gospel in our daily lives,” he preached.

Fortunately for Christians, God equips believers to share their faith through daily activities, Garcia said. The Bible guides believers through lifestyle choices and inspires Christians to model Jesus' love. God gives Christians power because he is with them.

Consistency between actions and beliefs provides a quiet but continuous testimony of the gospel, according to evangelist Leroy Hassler of Gladewater. Often Christians espouse their faith but do not back it up with their lifestyle, leaving non-believers to doubt the Christian message.

“We need to see more demonstrations of faith than preaching of the word,” Hassler said.

Christians also have an advantage because non-believers want the peace that faith brings to people, Garcia confirmed. They want the assurance the Lord provides.

If believers allow the Lord to work through them, he will lead them to non-Christians who are ready to hear the gospel, Hassler said. When the Holy Spirit moves, Christians cannot stop sharing about God's work.

“If the power of God is running through your life you will have trouble not talking about Him,” he said.

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