Can I get a witness?

Then He sternly warned him and sent him away at once, telling him, “See that you say nothing to anyone; but go and show yourself to the priest, and offer what Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” Yet he went out and began to proclaim it widely and to spread the news, with the result that Jesus could no longer enter a town openly. But He was out in deserted places, and they would come to Him from everywhere.                                                           Mark 1:43-45

Multiple times Jesus would perform a miracle and then tell the recipient not to tell anyone what had happened.  Mark shows us one instance of a man being healed and then telling everyone what happened. Result? Jesus couldn't even come to town anymore!  All because of one man's testimony of how Christ changed his life.

So what's your story?  I often hear people downplay their experience with God.  "Oh it's not that impressive" or "Mine isn't like their story" are common excuses.  Not good excuses, mind you, just common.  Your testimony, your story, is irrefutable evidence of Christ in your life.  Your life experiences cannot be argued; you're an eyewitness.  The question now is are you willing to take the stand?  As disciples of Christ, we can't afford to stay silent as the world around us descends into further chaos.  Not when a single testimony can fill the streets with people looking for the Savior.

How has Jesus changed your life?  Are you ready to share your story with those around you?

They conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they did not love their lives in the face of death.                                                                                        Revelation 12:11

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​By Josh Brenneman