In his ministry, Paul learned a valuable lesson: he learned to become all things to all men. When he was with the Jews, he began his teaching in the Old Testament and lead them to believe that Jesus was the promised Messiah. When he was with the Gentiles, he pointed out God in nature. He began teaching with something that was familiar to his audience. He started on their level and lead them to God. He didn't cheapen the Gospel or change it for his listeners. He just began where they were and ended with God. This is a valuable skill that we all would do well to learn from. It doesn't matter who we're talking to or where we are, we can lead people to God. We can point them in the right direction. We can say a word for the Lord in any situation.
Lord, help me to willingly speak up for You. Help me to be a living witness for the Gospel. Help me not to be ashamed of being a Christian. Help me to have the wisdom to begin on the level of the people I'm speaking to. Give me courage to speak up for You whenever I have the opportunity.
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