In what ways can your church proclaim God's "wonders among all peoples"? Key Verse Psalm 96:3: “Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples.” Understanding the Call • God’s “wonders” (marvelous deeds) include creation (Psalm 19:1), redemption through the cross (Romans 5:8), and His daily providence (Psalm 145:15–16). • Proclaiming them is not optional; it flows from the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18–20) and the Spirit’s empowering (Acts 1:8). • The whole church family shares this responsibility (1 Peter 2:9). Preparing Our Hearts • Cultivate personal worship: regular Bible reading and prayer keep God’s works fresh in our minds (Psalm 119:11). • Share testimonies internally so members learn to articulate God’s wonders naturally (Psalm 107:2). • Pray corporately for boldness and opportunities as in Acts 4:29–31. Proclaiming Through Worship • Plan services that highlight God’s attributes and mighty acts—select songs, Scriptures, and testimonies that celebrate His power and grace. • Integrate multilingual Scripture readings or songs to reflect “all peoples” (Revelation 7:9). • Livestream gatherings so the proclamation extends beyond the walls. Proclaiming Through Teaching and Discipleship • Anchor every sermon and class in the redemptive storyline of the Bible, tracing God’s wonders from Genesis to Revelation. • Equip members with simple gospel outlines and apologetic tools (1 Peter 3:15). • Mentor new believers so proclamation multiplies generationally (2 Timothy 2:2). Proclaiming Through Outreach and Evangelism • Neighborhood evangelism: door-to-door visits, park outreaches, community events. • Global missions: support missionaries, adopt unreached people groups, send short-term teams (Romans 10:14–15). • Digital evangelism: use social media, podcasts, and blogs to publish testimonies and Bible truth. Proclaiming Through Compassion and Service • Food banks, medical clinics, tutoring programs—meet tangible needs while verbally sharing Christ’s works (Matthew 5:16). • Crisis response teams that bring aid and the gospel during disasters. • Partnerships with pregnancy centers, homeless ministries, and addiction recovery programs, always connecting help to the hope found in Jesus. Proclaiming Through Media and Creativity • Testimony videos, worship albums, original art and drama that spotlight God’s deeds (Psalm 40:3). • Short gospel reels or infographics tailored for various cultures and languages. • Print resources: gospel tracts, Scripture portions, children’s storybooks about God’s mighty acts. Proclaiming Through Partnerships • Network with like-minded churches and ministries for joint outreaches and mission projects. • Support Bible translation efforts so every people group can read of God’s wonders in their heart language (Romans 15:20–21). • Encourage and send vocational professionals—teachers, engineers, medical staff—who can live and speak the gospel cross-culturally. Living in Expectation • Celebrate every salvation, baptism, and answered prayer as fresh evidence of God’s wonders (Luke 15:10). • Continually remind the congregation that Christ will be worshiped by “a multitude … from every nation” (Revelation 7:9), and our proclamation today hastens that glorious day. |
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