What steps can we take to "bring back a report" of God's goodness? The Verse that Sets the Pattern Numbers 13:26: “They came back to Moses and Aaron and to the whole congregation of the Israelites in the Wilderness of Paran at Kadesh, and they brought back a report to them and to the whole congregation and showed them the fruit of the land.” God Invites Us to Witness His Goodness • Before a report can be given, a firsthand encounter is required. • Psalm 34:8—“Taste and see that the LORD is good.” • John 1:46—“Come and see,” still the simplest invitation: experience, then speak. Gather the Evidence of His Faithfulness • The spies carried clusters of grapes; we carry answered prayers, mercies, and transformations. • Keep a journal of specific provisions (Psalm 103:2). • Collect Scriptures that match your experiences—link story to verse. Return to the Community • Isolation stifles testimony; community multiplies it (Hebrews 10:24–25). • Plan intentional moments—family table, small group, fellowship meal—where stories are welcomed. • Luke 8:39—“Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” Tell the Story with Faith-Filled Words • Speak plainly, truthfully, and God-centered, not self-centered (1 Peter 2:9). • Use concrete details: who, what, when, where, and how God acted. • Avoid exaggeration; trust the power of truth. Show the Fruit, Not the Fear • The majority spies magnified giants; Caleb and Joshua displayed produce (Numbers 13:27, 30). • Highlight God’s character—His power, goodness, promises kept. • Guard against grumbling or cynicism that undercuts faith (Philippians 2:14-16). Encourage Forward Movement • Finish with a call to trust God for the next step (Joshua 14:8-9). • Offer to pray with those who now face their own “Canaan.” • Reinforce the truth that past goodness guarantees future faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23). Keep the Report Going • Make testimony a rhythm, not a one-off event (Psalm 71:15). • Equip others to share—teach children, new believers, friends—to keep God’s deeds in public view (Deuteronomy 6:7). • Revelation 12:11 reminds us that overcoming includes “the word of their testimony.” Summary Steps to Bring Back a Report 1. Experience God personally. 2. Record and collect tangible evidence. 3. Re-enter community spaces. 4. Speak clearly and God-centered. 5. Focus on fruit, not fear. 6. Spur listeners toward faith. 7. Repeat the cycle regularly. Obeying these steps turns every believer into a modern Caleb, carrying clusters of grace for a hungry world to taste and see the LORD’s enduring goodness. |
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