Proclaiming the Good News: Our Call to Outreach

Devotional

Day 1: The Exalted God and His Intimate Care

God's greatness is beyond measure, yet He is intimately involved in the lives of the needy. Psalm 113 beautifully captures this duality, reminding us that God is exalted above all nations and yet He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap. This should inspire us to praise Him continually, recognizing both His majesty and His personal care for each of us. As we reflect on this, we are called to emulate His compassion in our own lives, reaching out to those in need around us. [01:38]

Psalm 113:5-7 (ESV): "Who is like the Lord our God, who is seated on high, who looks far down on the heavens and the earth? He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap."

Reflection: Think of a specific person in your life who is in need. How can you show them God's love and care this week?

Day 2: The Simplicity of the Gospel Message

The gospel message is simple yet profound: "God has forgiven your sins in Jesus' name." This is not an argument but an announcement. Our role is to proclaim this good news, and the Holy Spirit will work in the hearts of those who hear it. This simplicity makes the gospel accessible to all and emphasizes the power of God's word. We are called to share this message with confidence, trusting that God will use it to transform lives. [32:15]

1 Corinthians 1:18 (ESV): "For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God."

Reflection: Who in your life needs to hear the simple message of the gospel? How can you share it with them this week in a way that is clear and loving?

Day 3: The Power of the Tongue

Proverbs 11:30 and the concept that "the power of life and death is in your tongue" highlight the responsibility we have as believers. Our words can bring life through the proclamation of the gospel or leave others in spiritual death if we remain silent. This underscores the importance of sharing the good news with those around us. Our words have the power to build up or tear down, to bring hope or despair. Let us choose to speak life and truth, sharing the hope of the gospel with those we encounter. [25:34]

Proverbs 18:21 (ESV): "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits."

Reflection: Reflect on your recent conversations. How can you be more intentional about using your words to bring life and hope to others?

Day 4: The Necessity of Preaching

Romans 10:13-15 emphasizes that people cannot believe in Jesus unless they hear about Him, and they cannot hear unless someone tells them. This passage calls us to be proactive in our gospel outreach, understanding that we are the messengers God has chosen to bring the good news to others. We are called to step out in faith, trusting that God will use our efforts to draw people to Himself. Let us be bold in sharing the gospel, knowing that it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. [34:43]

Romans 10:14-15 (ESV): "How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, 'How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!'"

Reflection: Think of a specific person or group of people who need to hear the gospel. How can you take a step of faith to share it with them this week?

Day 5: Empowerment and Sending

Our church leadership is committed to empowering and sending us out to fulfill the mission of gospel outreach. We are encouraged to join teams, distribute gospel booklets, and pray for the salvation of those we meet. This collective effort amplifies our impact and helps us fulfill God's call on our lives to be His messengers. By working together, we can reach more people with the good news and support each other in this important mission. Let us embrace this call with enthusiasm and dedication, trusting that God will use our efforts for His glory. [37:16]

Matthew 9:37-38 (ESV): "Then he said to his disciples, 'The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.'"

Reflection: How can you get involved in your church's gospel outreach efforts? What specific steps can you take this week to be a part of this mission?

Sermon Summary

### Summary

Good afternoon, everyone. Today, we reflected on Psalm 113, which calls us to praise the Lord for His greatness and His care for the needy. We acknowledged God's exalted position above all nations and His intimate involvement in our lives. We prayed for His guidance and thanked Him for the forgiveness of our sins through Jesus Christ. We also sought His help in becoming holy and in spreading His word.

Our focus today was on the practical aspect of gospel outreach. We emphasized the importance of taking the good news of Jesus Christ to others. Proverbs 11:30 reminds us that "the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives." This means that as believers, we carry the seed of the gospel within us, and it is our responsibility to plant that seed wherever we go.

We discussed the simplicity and power of the gospel message: "God has forgiven your sins in Jesus' name." This message is not an argument but an announcement. Our role is to proclaim this good news, and the Holy Spirit will work in the hearts of those who hear it. Some will receive it gladly and be saved, while others may hesitate or reject it.

Romans 10:13-15 highlights the necessity of preaching the gospel so that others can believe and call on the name of the Lord. We are called to be messengers of this good news, and our church leadership is committed to empowering and sending us out to fulfill this mission. We are encouraged to join teams to distribute gospel booklets in our neighborhoods, pray for the salvation of those we meet, and continually announce the good news.

In conclusion, we are reminded that gospel outreach is both a personal and collective effort. We are to pray, announce the good news, and distribute gospel literature. By doing so, we fulfill God's call on our lives to be His messengers and bring the hope of salvation to those around us.

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Key Takeaways

1. 15 emphasizes that people cannot believe in Jesus unless they hear about Him, and they cannot hear unless someone tells them. This passage calls us to be proactive in our gospel outreach, understanding that we are the messengers God has chosen to bring the good news to others. [34:43]
5. Empowerment and Sending: Our church leadership is committed to empowering and sending us out to fulfill the mission of gospel outreach. We are encouraged to join teams, distribute gospel booklets, and pray for the salvation of those we meet. This collective effort amplifies our impact and helps us fulfill God's call on our lives to be His messengers.

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Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[01:38] - Opening Prayer and Psalm 113 Reflection
[03:09] - Thanksgiving and Praise
[20:51] - Praying for Guidance and Provision
[22:54] - Praying for Young People and Education
[24:02] - The Call to Gospel Outreach
[25:34] - The Power of the Tongue
[27:12] - The Fruit of Righteousness
[28:06] - The Wisdom of Saving Lives
[29:07] - Understanding the Gospel
[30:01] - The Heart of the Gospel
[32:15] - The Simplicity of the Gospel Message
[34:43] - The Necessity of Preaching
[37:16] - Empowerment and Sending
[39:57] - Distributing Gospel Booklets
[45:01] - Joining a Team for Outreach
[47:20] - God's Call on Our Lives
[48:24] - Closing Prayer and Benediction

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

Psalm 113:1-9 — 2. Proverbs 11:30
3. Romans 10:13-15

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Observation Questions

According to Psalm 113, what are some of the reasons given for praising the Lord? ([01:38])
What does Proverbs 11:30 mean when it says, "the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life"? ([25:34])
In Romans 10:13-15, what steps are outlined for someone to call on the name of the Lord and be saved? ([34:43])
How does the sermon describe the simplicity of the gospel message? ([32:15])

Interpretation Questions

How does Psalm 113 illustrate the duality of God's greatness and His intimate care for the needy? ([01:38])
What is the significance of the statement, "the power of life and death is in your tongue," in the context of gospel outreach? ([25:34])
Why is it important for believers to understand that the gospel message is an announcement rather than an argument? ([32:15])
How does the church's role in empowering and sending out members align with the instructions in Romans 10:13-15? ([37:16])

Application Questions

Psalm 113 calls us to praise God for His greatness and care. How can you incorporate more praise into your daily routine? ([01:38])
Proverbs 11:30 speaks about the fruit of the righteous. What are some practical ways you can plant the seed of the gospel in your community this week? ([25:34])
The sermon emphasized the simplicity of the gospel message. How can you practice sharing this simple message with someone in your life? ([32:15])
Romans 10:13-15 highlights the necessity of preaching the gospel. Who in your life needs to hear the good news, and how can you take steps to share it with them? ([34:43])
The sermon mentioned the importance of joining teams to distribute gospel booklets. Are you willing to join such a team? If so, what steps will you take to get involved? ([37:16])
Reflect on the idea that "the power of life and death is in your tongue." How can you use your words to bring life to those around you this week? ([25:34])
The church leadership is committed to empowering and sending out members for gospel outreach. How can you support this mission, either through participation or prayer? ([37:16])

Sermon Clips

### Quotes for Outreach

1. "The fruit of a righteous fruit the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life and the one who is wise saves lives give what your last bars hey whose cup hulk yeah a zindagi ka beard hey that means those of us those of you all of us who have believed in the Lord Jesus Christ whom God has said because of my son you have been declared righteous you carry within yourself the seed of the gospel and as you plant that seed wherever you go you will bring forth life." [25:34] (40 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "The power of life and death is in your tongue and that is a statement meant to be used for the spread of the good news because the only way that anyone gets life is through the good news and the any way that and and the only way everyone's anyone stays in death is when they refuse the gospel so in your tongue is the power to bring life and death through the use of the good news of Jesus Christ." [27:12] (44 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "What is the gospel message in its very simplicity and its greatness? it is the declaration God has forgiven your sins in Jesus name that's the gospel khudaband ne masi ke naam se masi ke naam me masi ke khatir tumare guna maaf kar diye we make the gospel too complicated hum log iss khush khabri ko bahut complicated bana dete hain aur hum kaita ke hum iss ka prachar nahin kar sakte kyunke hume logon ke questions ka jawab nahin maalum hai." [31:03] (44 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "Imagine the power of this gospel as you go to your friends as you go into the neighborhood and you tell people this is the message that God wants you to hear and listen that this is the message that God wants you to hear and understand what is that? that God has forgiven Jesus that's it it's an announcement it's not an argument you are not arguing with anybody you are not trying to convince them that's not our job." [32:15] (38 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "What is outreach? What is gospel outreach? It's simply this. There are people outside who are waiting for the good news. They don't even know that there is good news for them. There are some people who are in such a difficult situation, they have given up hope. There are a lot of people who have given up all hope because they don't even know that there is good news for them. And God has chosen you, He has chosen me to go." [46:20] (28 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

### Quotes for Members

1. "Today we want to talk about something very practical something very doable to do right right after you step out of this church today and that is gospel outreach to be able to take the gospel that is the good news and take it out to other people gospel outreach I want to remind you of a verse that occurs in proverbs chapter 11 verse 30 it says the fruit of a righteous fruit the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life and the one who is wise saves lives." [24:02] (43 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

2. "So what is gospel outreach? Romans 19 13 to 12 sorry I got that reference wrong it is Romans 10 Romans 10, 13 to 15 it says what? everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved when you go and announce that news if their hearts are moved towards repentance they've already believed because they've suddenly realized I'm a sinner I need forgiveness and God has forgiven me that's the good news and they call upon the name of the Lord it just all happens together it is the work of the Holy Spirit as you make the announcement about the forgiveness that is there in Jesus Christ." [35:12] (47 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

3. "So this is the task of our church and our leadership has determined that we must empower you to go send you because how will you go unless you are sent and so today I want to declare to you that God has called you and he is sending you with this news and that is why the scriptures say how beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news when you will go because you have been sent by the church by God to your neighbors to your extended family members to your friends to the neighborhood around here or wherever God gives us an opportunity you have been authorized." [37:16] (58 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

4. "You are a gospel messenger you are a gospel messenger how beautiful your feet will be when you bring good news to people you are God's good news messenger you are personally God has appointed you appointed you to go and announce the good news it's an announcement it's a news that you have to announce and let people know we are not going there to argue we are not going there to tell they are on the wrong way we are not going to tell them that other religions are no good that's not what is our job our job is to announce and what are we to announce God has forgiven your sins for the sake of Jesus for the sake of Christ God has forgiven your sins." [38:57] (55 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

5. "What we want to do is in the coming days, weeks, in the neighborhood around in Glengarry and in Rosslyn, we want to distribute. We're getting an assignment of 5,000 of these, okay? And that should be enough to cover most of these two neighborhoods. Going house to house, putting this in people's mailboxes. And as you're walking as a team, praying for the neighborhood. Keep praying, Lord, bring your salvation to this neighborhood, that's known as prayer walking. You walk the neighborhood, you give God's word, put it in the mailboxes of people, and you pray. You can pray two by two, you can pray on your own, and all you're doing is praying. Lord, as the good news is read, as the good news is announced, would you please save souls? That's all you're praying. Very simple prayer. God, save the people of this neighborhood. We do the work of getting the word out." [44:22] (66 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)

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