October 6 “Open Your Eyes” John 4: 35
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “Say not ye, there are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.” (John 4:35)
When I was a small boy, I remember people talking about having a burden for lost folks and I was amazed why they were not busy getting these people found! As I have grown, I understand the process of this “Burden!” When I walk into the Walmart or into the Walgreens, I wonder if these folks are “saved” and if they are “Found.” Early on, in my Christian Life, I was aggressive and, downright irritating, as I shared Jesus with folks. A wise and loving believer shared with me the rules of Love and Sharing Jesus effectively. “You need to build relationships with those around you with the explicit purpose of opening the door to share the gospel with them!” The mission of the Gospel is not just for the Preacher, it is for every believer! Folks, “Lift up your eyes,” and build relationships and share His Love, so that our families and our friends will be with us in Heaven! These words… “Lift up your eyes,” are not a suggestion, but a command! We are to love one another and to walk in Obedience and that requires sharing His Love with others! Lord, give us strength and power to be Bold for You…Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!