How can John 11:27 inspire us to share our faith with others? A Confession Worth Sharing John 11:27: “Yes, Lord,” she told Him, “I believe that You are the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the world.” • Martha’s words are clear, concise, and Christ-centered. • Her confession affirms three literal truths: – Jesus is Lord. – He is the promised Messiah (“the Christ”). – He is fully divine (“the Son of God”). • This verse models the heart of evangelism: a personal, confident declaration of who Jesus is. Why Martha’s Declaration Motivates Us • Confidence: She speaks with certainty—no hesitation. • Relationship: She calls Him “Lord,” revealing submission and trust. • Urgency: She makes her statement before Lazarus is raised, reminding us to testify even before we see every answer. • Public Witness: Her confession was heard by others; our faith is meant for open proclamation (Matthew 10:32). What Sharing Looks Like Today • Speak the same simple gospel: “Jesus is Lord; He is the Christ; He is the Son of God.” • Share before solutions: testify in the middle of trials, just as Martha did. • Use everyday conversations to express belief—family meals, workplace breaks, online interactions. Practical Steps Drawn from John 11:27 1. Identify your “Yes, Lord” moment: recall when you first believed. 2. Memorize John 11:27; let it shape your testimony. 3. Practice stating the three truths aloud until they flow naturally. 4. Look for opportunities where someone expresses need—offer Christ as Martha did. 5. Rely on the Spirit for boldness (Acts 1:8). 6. Trust the power of the spoken Word (Romans 10:17). Encouragement from Other Scriptures • 1 Peter 3:15: “Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you.” • Romans 1:16: “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” • 2 Corinthians 4:13: “Since we have that same spirit of faith, we also believe and therefore speak.” Closing Challenge Let Martha’s bold confession become ours—simple, unwavering, and spoken out loud—so that, through our witness, others may also believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, who came into the world for them. |
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