How can we "testify and speak the word" in our daily lives today? Setting the Scene—Acts 8:25 in Focus “So after they had testified and spoken the word of the Lord, Peter and John returned to Jerusalem, preaching the gospel to many villages of the Samaritans.” (Acts 8:25) • Two verbs dominate: “testified” and “spoken.” • Their witness happened on the move, in everyday travel. • They crossed social lines—Samaritan villages—showing the gospel knows no barriers. Gospel Conviction Fuels Bold Speech • A heart convinced of Christ’s resurrection naturally speaks (Acts 4:31). • Reverence for Christ sets the tone for gracious replies (1 Peter 3:15). • Scripture’s authority gives confidence; our words carry God’s own truth (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Practical Ways to Testify Today – Share your salvation story: brief, clear, Christ-centered. – Work in Scripture naturally—verse texts carry more weight than mere opinion. – Offer to pray for needs right on the spot; many conversations open through compassion. – Use everyday platforms: social media posts that point to Christ, coffee-break chats, family meals. – Serve visibly: volunteering, hospitality, helping neighbors—actions authenticate words (James 2:18). – Invite people to read the Bible with you; the Word speaks for itself (Hebrews 4:12). Habits That Keep the Word on Our Lips • Daily intake—read, memorize, meditate (Psalm 119:11). • Regular fellowship—sharpens boldness (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Prayer for open doors and clarity (Colossians 4:3-4). • Obedient living—integrity backs testimony (Philippians 1:27; James 1:22). Spirit-Dependent Courage for Every Setting • Trust the Spirit to give timely words (Luke 12:11-12). • Expect opposition but remember Christ’s promise of power (Acts 1:8). • Stay ready “in season and out of season” (2 Timothy 4:2). • Rejoice that God uses ordinary people to carry His extraordinary gospel—just as He did with travelers on the road back to Jerusalem. |
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