Go Where the People Are - Finding and Engaging with the Nations
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About the Guest:
Melanie is a leader of a singles ministry at a large church in Calgary, Canada.
She is an advisory board member of See Global.
Melanie has a passion for reaching people who don't know Jesus and has a heart for evangelism and discipleship.
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Karen and Melanie discuss the importance of intentionally engaging with people from different faiths and cultures to share the message of Jesus. They emphasize the need to be open to the leading of the Holy Spirit and to be prepared to share the gospel in various situations. Melanie shares personal stories of how she has engaged with people from different backgrounds and the impact it has had. They also discuss the importance of being intentional in everyday life, whether it's in the workplace, neighborhood, or through joining clubs or groups. The episode encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones and trust God to use them as witnesses for Christ.
Key Takeaways:
- Being intentional in engaging with people from different faiths and cultures is crucial for sharing the message of Jesus.
- It is important to be open to the leading of the Holy Spirit and to be prepared to share the gospel in various situations.
- Building relationships and listening to others' stories can create opportunities for sharing the love of Christ.
- Engaging with people in everyday life, such as in the workplace or neighborhood, provides opportunities to be a witness for Christ.
- Trusting God and stepping out of our comfort zones allows us to be used by Him to impact the lives of others.
Notable Quotes:
"We have to have people to disciple. And we don't get a free pass if we're not the evangelist. We don't leave that to the other people. We all need to have some stake in that." - Melanie
"People are not projects. They're not projects to God. They are people that are created in God's image. And we need to love each and every one, and see them how God sees them." - Melanie
"We're all called to shine our light, to know God and help others make Him known to those who do not know Him." - Karen
Resources:
Sea Global: Website
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