How can we practically invite others to "come and see" God's works? Setting the Scene: God’s Open Invitation “Come and see the works of God; how awesome His deeds toward mankind!” (Psalm 66:5) The psalmist issues a warm summons—experience the Lord’s wonders firsthand. That same summons belongs to every believer today. Seeing Begins with Our Own Testimony • Before we invite anyone else, we pause and recount the Lord’s works in our own lives—salvation, answered prayer, daily providence. • Psalm 40:10: “I have not hidden Your righteousness within my heart; I have proclaimed Your faithfulness and salvation.” • A fresh personal story keeps our invitation authentic and alive. Practical Ways to Say “Come and See” Relational Invitations • Share a recent victory: “Let me tell you what God did for me this week…” • Offer hospitality: dinner table, backyard barbecue, coffee shop meet-up—spaces where faith conversations flow naturally. • Bring a friend to a worship service, small group, or outreach event with a simple “Sit with me.” (Hebrews 10:24–25) Word-Centered Moments • Send a verse that met a need in your own heart, adding a brief line about why it helped you (Isaiah 55:11). • Gift a well-chosen Bible or devotional with a handwritten note highlighting Psalm 66:5. • Read Scripture aloud during family gatherings; God’s Word does its own convincing (Romans 10:17). Acts of Mercy • Join or start a service project—food pantry, neighborhood cleanup, hospital visit. Let observers see faith working through love (Galatians 5:6). • When asked why you serve, answer like Peter: “For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” (Acts 4:20) Celebrating Creation • Invite others on a hike, stargazing night, or sunrise watch. Point to Psalm 19:1—“The heavens declare the glory of God.” • Keep binoculars, a field guide, or a telescope handy; practical tools help eyes—and hearts—open wide. Digital Witness • Post short testimonies, Scripture images, or praise reports on social media; keep comments gracious and jargon-free (Colossians 4:5–6). • Offer to pray for requests shared online and follow up personally. Speaking the Word: Scripture as Invitation • John 1:45–46—Philip to Nathanael: “Come and see.” • John 4:29—the Samaritan woman: “Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did.” The pattern remains: point to Jesus, invite the hearer to look for themselves, trust the Word to work. Living Proof: A Lifestyle that Points to Him • Matthew 5:16: “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” • Consistent integrity at work, kindness in traffic, patience with children—everyday faithfulness creates curiosity. Creating Moments of Awe • Mark milestones—baptisms, anniversaries, answered-prayer journals—and include friends so they taste the celebration. • Play worship music in shared spaces; lyrics can stir questions. • Keep a “God’s works” photo album on your phone—mission trips, healings, sunsets—and show it instead of scrolling aimlessly. Relying on the Spirit’s Power • Acts 1:8: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses.” • We plant and water, yet God alone opens eyes to see His works (1 Corinthians 3:6). • Confidence rests not in our eloquence but in His promise: whoever truly looks will find Him wonderful beyond words. |
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