Do not condemn your brothers
Romans 14:1~12 Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. One man’s faith allows him to eat everything, but another man, whose faith is weak, eats only vegetables. The man who eats everything must not look down on him who does not, and the man who does not eat everything must not condemn the man who does, for God has accepted him. (1~3)
♬ Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #294 God Gave His Only Begotten Son (#416 in previous version)
Not to condemn our brothers means to save people instead. To save others, we need to properly understand evangelism. If the term evangelism is truly connected to us, then we will start seeing the answers that appeared in the Bible. If evangelism is a word of grace to us, then we will witness the same evidences as the 7 Remnants. What must we do to understand evangelism correctly?
1. We must discover the blessings of the Gospel
What are the blessings of the Gospel? All people, having been separated from God, face destruction. However, this Gospel is the power of God that gives salvation to all who believe. While we were still sinners Christ died upon the cross, expressing God’s love for us. This is the Gospel. If we realize the Gospel, we will escape the disasters befalling the individual because the moment we believe in Jesus, we cross over from death to life. Moreover, we will avoid the disasters of the age that will undoubtedly come.
2. We must start tasting the power of the Gospel
If we understand evangelism, the doors of answers will open. If we simply know the word ‘evangelism,’ the doors are bound to open. Henceforth, we will begin to see the power of the Gospel. God gave us the Spirit of sonship, in order that those who have received salvation will not perish. There is no one who can overcome us. Everything is included in evangelism. It is said that the feet of those who bring good news are beautiful (Romans 10:10~15). All problems will begin to get resolved from this time on.
3. We must know what true devotion is
Once we start understanding evangelism, we will wonder, “How can I devote myself?” We will begin in blessed devotion like a servant, fellow worker, dear friend, hard worker, relative, loved one, and acknowledged one (Romans 16:1~9). If one who is weak holds to this covenant, God will give him/her power.
● Forum Topic - Because we are all under judgment, we must not condemn others. We must respect others, tolerate their opinions, and accept their different methods. It is possible if we understand the Gospel and evangelism. Deeply meditate on how you will enjoy the Gospel and evangelism today.
Immanuel Church Sunday Worship 2nd Service / 2009.12.6