Quiet Earth Fellowservants of Christ

There is no question that the Bible teaches that all believers are comissioned to serve as witnesses of the gospel:

"And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen." (Matthew 28:18-20).

"I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast them into the fire, and they are burned. If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples." (John 15:1-8).

Because Jesus gave us these commands often, we must not be indifferent or simply realize we have to get the gospel out without actually attempting to do so. Some Christians may lack confidence or courage but this should not be viewed as a valid excuse because we have Jesus as an example otherwise. Jesus had a love for His people; He was ready for challenges at all times and He was unselfish. Jesus did not allow social barriers to stand in the way of the love He had for His people. Unfortunately at times things stand in the way when they should not. Are we doing our best to bring the gospel to those who are outcasts in society? Jesus entered the homes of traitors, prostitutes, the insane, beggars and so forth. Likewise, how many upper class individuals may die without hearing the gospel if we are ashamed to witness to them?

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness" (Romans 1:16-18).

One thing we must also keep in mind is that as we witness the gospel we should always strive to be prepared; this is a major reason why some lack confidence. One should commit to memory as many important scripture references that deal with salvation as possible. As we bring the gospel we should also build up and encourage rather than tear down the even little bit of faith some have; likewise, we should seek to gain people's confidence and trust; and to stand by at all times. At times we must also attempt to dissolve barriers others erect. We must know Christ's message and how to keep on the subject as best as we can. We cannot compromise truth for tradition and be as faithful as possible.

Would you be able to answer these basic questions if asked?:

a.) How do we know the Bible is infallible?
b.) What difference is there in Old Testament and New Testament worship?
c.) What must I do to be saved?
d.) How do I know that the Bible alone is the only true gospel?
e.) How do we know and in what sense does Christ demand unity?

Christ also tells us that mankind needs the gospel more than food or clothing. This says alot. Also, we should not wear our name as Christians with pride either; what we sow that we will reap. So let us sow if we do not see the results, others will, therefore let us together share in joy!

Paul said he rejoiced over men preaching the gospel even if they tried to defame him and take honor away from him .... Christ was still proclaimed. :

"Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds: But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel. What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice." (Philippians 1:15-18).

With Jesus there is no room for selfishness in life or when it comes to bringing the gospel. The LORD knows how to reward His faithful soilders; our LORD knows His own and His grace is manifest in our works of love. Therefore we look forward to a reward in Heaven; a reward not able to be expressed in human language:

"I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter." (2 Corinthians 12:2-4).

There was an individual we read of in the Bible who decided to be a soul winner, but he did so too late. In the parable of Lazarus and the rich man, the rich man pleaded to "just let me go tell my brothers.". So you see, we must work the works of God while it is still today lest the day come when no man can work. We know the fear of the LORD therefore let us witness and perhaps persuade our fellow brother or sister.

The news we bring is glad tidings; but alas there is only one alternative. We simply present the gospel in truth and each individuals decision eventually will fall into place according to God's good will.

"He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth." (John 1:10-14).

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