Go and Tell It

 “And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.” (Luke 2:17)

The shepherds (and other Bible characters) changed after meeting and experiencing Jesus, excitedly spread the news about what they heard and saw. Like them, we, transformed by God’s indescribable Gift, should boldly tell others what we have seen, heard, and experienced: Go and tell it from the mountaintops, over the hills, in the valleys, and anywhere you go.

God’s Word stirs hearts as the Holy Spirit deals with believers and those who have never accepted Jesus as Lord, wooing us to be in right standing with God. Our testimony as Christians also has a powerful influence. You may think I can’t talk with others about Jesus. Yes, you can, not in your wisdom or way with words, but by the power of God at work in you. What do you say? Tell them about prayers God answered, a job opportunity He provided, an unexpected blessing—tell how God has changed your life and that no one is beyond His love.

The world's Savior was born and completed God’s plan, making way for everlasting life with the Father. As believers walk through each day, Jesus said to spread this Good News of hope and salvation worldwide (Matthew 28:19–20), telling others about God and His love, making disciples. But our responsibility doesn’t end there; we must also train the new babes in Christ. Before undertaking this God-given task of aiding others in their newfound faith, telling them what they must do, do you obey God’s commands and serve Him?