August 13, 2024: “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you.” (John 15:16)
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Evangelization = disciples = evangelization
When we evangelize, we make disciples. (Matthew 28:18-20) Does that put what we do in a new light? His Disciples are chosen to go and bear fruit that remains, (John 15:16). The plan hasn’t changed!
Some thoughts about "fruit," "love" and answered prayer:
Be a channel of God's love: the gospel is the good news that a "Kinsman Redeemer" has paid our ransom and we can be free. Soak this up and share it joyfully.
Be persuasive: some Contacts understand the facts but haven't connected the dots!
Ask for abiding fruit: Can you ask God for disciples who bear lasting fruit and expect to get them? Certainly, if you want what He wants: "go and make disciples!"