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The fear of public speaking ranks as one of the top phobias for many people. Most find it difficult, if not impossible, to stand up in front of a crowd or walk up to a complete stranger and strike up a conversation.

When you add the element of witnessing to it, the majority of Christians freeze up. Yet we are commanded to go into the world and preach the Gospel to all nations (Mark 16:15). Have you been fulfilling this commandment?

Many believers think that Jesus is speaking to missionaries when it comes to the "Great Commission." But He wasn't only talking about taking the Gospel to foreign countries; He was also talking about the communities in which we live!

Jesus wants you to share Him with the people you see on the bus, in the grocery store, at the dry cleaners and on your job. In other words, wherever you go.

Fear is what keeps many people from sharing the Gospel with others. They fear being embarrassed or rejected. Others say that they don't know how to witness. They think that they must memorize the entire Bible before they can share their faith with someone.

An effective way to witness is to simply share the good things that God has done for you. He is the Master Orchestrator and will arrange circumstances so that you will cross paths with people who are going through situations you've already faced.

Just think how encouraged they will be when they see that God is always near and works to help people overcome adversity!

It's easy to share what God has done for you. Nobody can tell your story better than you can. You'll have the words to say, and the Holy Spirit can show you how to approach someone. Don't be concerned if you stumble over your words. The more you step out, the easier it will become. Over time, witnessing will become second nature to you.

Remember, however, that some people will receive what you have to say while others will walk away from you, ignore you or even curse you for even trying to minister to them. That doesn't mean that they are rejecting you; they are rejecting Jesus.

Don't allow yourself to be hurt or offended by anything they say. Let the love of God be the motivating force that compels you to continually share the Good News with others.

Also keep in mind that it's not scriptural for you to pray that God would minister to someone. In talking to His disciples concerning the harvest, Jesus said,
...The harvest truly [is] great, but the labourers [are] few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.
God needs a vessel to work through, and that vessel is you!

Your love for God and your excitement for the things He has done in your life should compel you to share Him with others.

If you haven't been actively working to fulfill the Great Commission, begin snatching souls out of the devil's hands and start adding them to the kingdom of God today!

First published in the March 2004 issue of
Changing Your World Magazine
Copyright © Creflo Dollar Ministries All rights reserved.

Author Biography

Creflo A. Dollar
Web site: World Changers Church International
 
Creflo Dollar is a founder and senior pastor of World Changers Church International (WCCI). He's a world-renowned Bible teacher, sought-after conference speaker, and bestselling author with hundreds of books, CDs, and DVDs in distribution worldwide. Recognized for his cutting-edge revelation and humorous, pragmatic approach, he enables thousands to experience grace, restoration, healing, and financial breakthrough by applying simple, biblical principles to their lives. He is the author of such game-changing books as "The Radical Life of Grace" and "Why I Hate Religion", and his award-winning Changing Your World television broadcast reaches nearly 1 billion homes. His ministry includes an app available on mobile devices and smart TV's, a dedicated YouTube channel, and the Changing Your World Network, a 24-hour online channel. A thriving social media presence has allowed him to connect with World Changers worldwide.
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