How can you personally contribute to spreading the gospel as Romans 10:14 implies? Anchor Verse Romans 10:14 – “How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach?” Understanding the Call Paul stacks three questions to show a chain of necessity: calling depends on believing, believing depends on hearing, and hearing depends on someone speaking. Because Scripture is completely true and reliable, the responsibility to speak rests on everyone who has already believed. Seeing Yourself in the Verse You are the “someone.” God’s plan is intentionally personal—He sends everyday believers into everyday settings so that those who have never heard can finally hear. Personal Ways to Contribute • Share the gospel in plain words. (Mark 16:15) • Tell your own salvation story; people relate to lived experience. (Acts 22:3-21) • Keep gospel tracts or Bibles handy to give away. • Offer to read Scripture with a friend; God’s Word never returns void. (Isaiah 55:11) Cultivating a Gospel Mindset • Pray daily for open doors and open hearts. (Colossians 4:3) • Ask God to grow compassion for the lost; Jesus “saw the crowds and had compassion.” (Matthew 9:36) • Remember you speak with authority, not because of skill but because the message itself is true. (Hebrews 4:12) Practical Steps Beyond Words • Live with visible integrity so your life authenticates your message. (Philippians 2:15) • Serve neighbors, coworkers, and community; good works create gospel opportunities. (Matthew 5:16) • Engage on social media with grace and truth, turning conversations toward Christ. Partnering Through Prayer and Support • Intercede for missionaries by name; Scripture links their boldness to believers’ prayers. (Ephesians 6:19) • Give financially to gospel-advancing ministries—your resources become part of their proclamation. (Philippians 4:15-17) • Consider short-term or long-term mission involvement yourself; Acts 1:8 places “the ends of the earth” on every believer’s horizon. Empowered by the Holy Spirit • Rely on the promised power that accompanies obedience. (Acts 1:8) • Trust the Spirit to recall Scripture when you need it. (John 14:26) • Expect God to work through weakness; the treasure shines brightest in “jars of clay.” (2 Corinthians 4:7) Living Testimony in a Watching World • Answer questions with gentleness and respect. (1 Peter 3:15) • Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, letting speech be “gracious, seasoned with salt.” (Colossians 4:5-6) • Remember you are Christ’s ambassador; God makes His appeal through you. (2 Corinthians 5:20) Final Encouragement The same Lord who commanded, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19-20) now sends you. As you speak, serve, give, and pray, you become the vital link in Romans 10:14, ensuring that those who have never heard finally do hear—and can believe, call on His name, and be saved. |
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