Will You Be the One?

Do you ever sit back and truly think about the people in your life who don’t know God? 

It could be a close friend, a family member, or even someone you used to talk to, but no matter who comes to mind, there are so many souls walking around who are lost, lonely, confused, and desperate for healing. They are searching for answers, but often in all the wrong places.

Some people will seek comfort in drugs, or bury their pain in food. There are some people who will fill the emptiness with relationships, success with jobs, or any other distraction they can come up with.

These things may offer temporary pleasure, but eventually they become toxic obsessions. They are not the answer. Only Jesus is the answer.

John 14:6 says:

“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

Jesus is the key. A relationship with Him is the key. He is not one of many options. He is the only true option.

The heartbreaking reality is that many people don’t know it. They are floundering through life spiritually exhausted and unaware that the very thing they’re searching for has already been offered to them through Christ. As a believer, this is where you can play an important role.

Will You Tell Them?

Someone in your life needs to hear about Jesus, whether it’s that struggling friend, or that hardened relative, or the person who pretends they’re fine, but is silently unraveling.

Will you boldly and bravely tell them?

Yes, it can be uncomfortable. You may have to swallow your fear. You may have to lay down your pride. You may risk being misunderstood, rejected, or labeled “too radical”.

But what if your obedience becomes the very thing that changes their eternity?

You don’t need a pulpit to be a preacher. You need a willing heart.

Romans 10:14 reminds us:

“How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?

When Rejection Hurts

Let’s be honest not everyone will be receptive. Some will pull away. Some will mock.

Some will shut their ears and close their hearts. When this happens, it hurts. You may feel the rejection deeply, but remember, when someone rejects the message of Jesus, they are not rejecting you, they are rejecting Him. This does not mean we stop praying, or stop loving, and It certainly does not mean we go silent. It simply means that, for now, their eyes and hearts are closed, and closed hearts need continued prayer.

I’ve had people in my life who no longer talk to me because of my boldness in Christ, and sure, it stings a bit, but their distance does not cancel my prayers for them. It does not stop me from believing that God can soften hearts and open blinded eyes.

Everyone, and I mean everyone deserves our prayers.

Action Steps

1. Make a Prayer List of Names

Ask God today, “Who have I been silent about?” Write down the names He places on your heart. Pray bold, mountain-moving prayers over them daily. Don’t pray timid prayers, pray believing prayers.

2. Take One Bold Step

Send a text with Scripture, share your testimony, invite them to church. You can start the conversation, but you don’t have to preach a sermon, just plant the seed. Let God handle the growth.

Dear God,

It’s not always easy to tell someone about You and about Your Son. Sometimes people pull away, and sometimes they misunderstand us. Help us not to grow silent. Give us courage that outweighs fear and compassion that outweighs pride. Teach us to pray bold, life-changing prayers - the kind that move mountains and soften hearts. Remind us that every soul matters. Everyone needs prayer. Everyone needs Jesus.

Amen.

Today’s song in my heart is My Jesus by Anne Wilson, a reminder that this world doesn’t need our opinions nearly as much as it needs to hear about Jesus. As for me, I refuse to remain silent. 

Author: Nadia Walker

Editor: Christine Platt