How can we "tell of it" in our modern context and community? The Verse in Focus Psalm 78:4: “We will not hide them from their children, but will declare to the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, His power, and the wonders He has done.” Why “Tell of It” Matters • God directly calls His people to remember and recount His works (Deuteronomy 6:5-7; Isaiah 12:4). • Sharing preserves truth for the rising generation (Psalm 145:4). • Testimony strengthens faith and draws the lost (Revelation 12:11; Acts 1:8). Core Principles for Sharing • Speak with confidence in the literal truthfulness of Scripture. • Keep the focus on what God has done—His character, His works, His Son. • Let personal experience illustrate, but never replace, the biblical record. • Bridge Scripture to daily life so listeners see immediate relevance (James 1:22-25). Practical Ways to Tell in Today’s Community Family Life • Set aside regular time at meals or bedtime to read aloud and recount answered prayers. • Celebrate “remembrance days” when God provided, and retell the story. Church Gatherings • Incorporate testimonies into services—brief, Scripture-anchored reports of God’s faithfulness. • Use small groups to explore a passage, then challenge participants to share one takeaway that week. Digital Spaces • Post short, Scripture-centered reflections, reels, or blogs highlighting God’s deeds. • Livestream baptisms and testimonies so the wider community hears the gospel. Neighborhood & Workplace • Offer to pray when someone shares a burden, then tell how God has acted in similar situations. • Host a casual Bible-and-barbecue evening; read a psalm, share a personal story of grace. Creative Expression • Write songs, poems, or visual art pieces that depict specific biblical events and their impact today. • Produce short films dramatizing a Bible account, ending with its gospel connection. Words Meet Actions • Consistency: Live the message you voice (Matthew 5:16). • Gentleness: Share with respect and clarity (1 Peter 3:15). • Persistence: Keep sowing; God gives the growth (Galatians 6:9). Closing Encouragement The God who parted seas and raised the dead still works powerfully. As we intentionally, creatively, and consistently “tell of it,” our families, neighbors, and nations encounter the living Lord whose deeds fill every page of Scripture and every corner of life today. |
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