Years ago, I worked at a Bible college on the east coast. In the first year, we had an open house for the families of students and visitors to meet us and visit the facility. During the event, a person entered the dormitories and was in the process of stealing jewelry when I caught him during a routine walk through. After the police were called, he was taken into custody. Not long after that, I was required to give a court testimony. All I needed to do was share the information that I knew and by doing so, the court could make their own judgment.
Many may struggle with not knowing what to say to lost friends, family and colleagues about The Lord Jesus. But what they fail to recognize is that God is doing a mighty work in their lives and he can use them as they testify of those events. Zacharias was such an individual who had a great opportunity to share the wonder of God simply by getting a prayer answered. The scriptures state that the people were affected by his answered prayer in that they rejoiced at the child's birth.
And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth. (Luke 1:14)
Our answered prayer can make the lives of those around us better. We do not need to convince people of God and his greatness: our testimony about how he works in our lives will testify of him by itself. Your next answered prayer could be what your coworker, friend or family member may need. Prayer not only works for you, but also for those around you. It testifies and shines of the wonder and greatness of God. This is the light that the scripture says is set for all to see. Our answered prayer and its testimony is a shining light like a city on a hill. Pray! Pray for your needs and God will answer and brightly shine through your testimony.
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