Connection Points

A church and its people will either be known as a church that is a part of the community, as a church isolated from the community or as a church that is in opposition to the community. Being a part of the community will open doors for evangelism and church growth. I believe that God wants Christ-followers (A.K.A. “the church”) to be in their community shining our light in the darkness.

God creates “Connection Points” for us to share the gospel to our surrounding community. A connection point can be a city council’s meeting, PTA meeting, and/or Chamber of Commerce meeting for pastors and church’s leadership to see what the needs of the community are to see if the church can meet any of them to show the community that we care.

God can use a Christ-follower’s interests to create connection points. If a person is into working out, God can create a connection point to reach the members of the gym you attend. If you play sports, your team will be a connection point. Your place of work, school, and even your home all can be connection points that God can create opportunities for you to share the good news of the gospel.

God created a “Connection Point” for Paul in Athens on Mars Hill. God used Paul’s knowledge of the Truth and Paul’s knowledge of the current thinking of gods and philosophy to reach the “educated” people of Athens. Not all those present received the truth, but some did. That tells us that we should be willing to be used. God is the One who draws people to Himself.

We can’t reach all people. God can. God uses our interests, abilities, personalities, heart, and our experiences to reach those people He has for us to reach. Be mindful of possible “Connection Points” that God can use to use you to reach the dieing around us.

Thanks for reading, and until next time grow where God has you.