People want to hear
Then all who heard were amazed, and said, “Is this not he who destroyed those who called on this name in Jerusalem, and has come here for that purpose, so that he might bring them bound to the chief priests?” Acts 9:21
You have a testimony. You have a story that matters. It may not feel dramatic or miraculous to you, but it is powerful because it’s yours. Even if your journey to salvation didn’t involved a life-altering moment like Saul’s encounter on the road to Damascus, your story holds the evidence of God’s grace and the power of His love at work in your life. The truth is that people are hungry to hear it.
Others may not know the peace of mind you now carry or the joy that keeps you steady. They might not understand what it means to be truly free, but when you speak about how Jesus changed your life, something begins to stir. The Holy Spirit takes the seeds of your words and begins to work in the hearts of those who hear.
In Acts 9:20–25, Saul, soon to be known as Paul, immediately began preaching that Jesus is the Son of God. Just days before, he was persecuting believers, and now he was proclaiming the very message he had tried to silence. People were shocked and confused. Some doubted, and others believed. But the impact of his bold testimony spread quickly. His transformation sparked conversations and opened hearts.
You can do the same. Maybe your story doesn’t involve a dramatic turnaround, but if you’ve had a personal encounter with Jesus, if He’s rescued, healed, or walked with you through hard seasons, you have a message the world needs to hear. People don’t just want to know about a God from ancient times; they want to know what He’s doing today and your life is living proof.
Here are some ways you can begin sharing your story:
- Start small. Share with one person, a friend, coworker, or neighbor, something God has done in your life recently. Keep it simple and heartfelt.
- Write it down. Jot down your salvation story or a moment when God came through for you. This will help you clearly communicate it when the opportunity comes.
- Pray for open doors. Ask God to show you who needs to hear your story and to give you the courage to speak when the time comes.
- Let your life speak. Your kindness, joy, and peace speak volumes. When people notice something different about you, they’ll be more open to hearing what makes you different.
- Keep praying. Once you share your story, continue to pray for those who heard it. God is always working, even when you can’t see it.
Today I want to encourage you to not underestimate what God can do through your testimony. Just like Saul’s story changed minds and opened hearts, your story can plant seeds that grow into life-changing encounters with the Lord Jesus. You may not see results right away, but every story told in faith carries eternal weight. Speak boldly and love deeply. Be willing to share what Jesus has done in your life. People want to hear. As you share and pray, trust that God is using your words to bring hope, healing, and salvation to those around you.
Today’s scripture reading: Acts 9:20-25
20 Immediately he preached the Christ in the synagogues, that He is the Son of God.
21 Then all who heard were amazed, and said, “Is this not he who destroyed those who called on this name in Jerusalem, and has come here for that purpose, so that he might bring them bound to the chief priests?”
22 But Saul increased all the more in strength, and confounded the Jews who dwelt in Damascus, proving that this Jesus is the Christ.
23 Now after many days were past, the Jews plotted to kill him.
24 But their plot became known to Saul. And they watched the gates day and night, to kill him.
25 Then the disciples took him by night and let him down through the wall in a large basket.
Journal:
- What is one specific way Jesus has impacted your life?
- Write out a short version of your testimony and ask God to show you someone who needs to hear it this week.
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