Along with Martin Luther King Jr., we too believe that the time is always right to do what is right. That is why we comfort those who are hurting, fight against injustice, and continue to be a light in the darkness. The time is always right to declare the truth of God’s Word and speak up for those who have no voice.
In fact, there are many rights that this generation is fighting for, and with good reason.
The right to clean water, food, and shelter are all universal rights. The right to vote and have freedom of speech are American rights. However, there is one right that transcends all others. Not to the neglect of all others, but as the connecting factor that unites them. It is the most essential human right: Every persons right to hear about and know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. This human right brings should unite all believers in one common cause, transcending even generational differences.
In Romans 10:14-15, the Apostle Paul proclaims, "How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!" Every person in your community has the right to know Jesus intimately. According to this Scripture, we must go into our world and be an advocate for the most important cause of all.
How do we do this?
The simple starting point is to love people, continue to fight the good fight of faith alongside of them, and be unafraid to stand for God and others. Here are some practical tips on sharing your faith:
- Pray with passion – (Colossians 4:3) Be grounded in the word and in your personal prayer time. Also, pray passionately and regularly for your school whether at church, a small group, a Bible club, prayer meeting, or in your bedroom. Nothing happens without prayer!
- Pursue your friends in love – (Colossians 4:5) Jesus met the needs of the lost and hopeless. As a result, they recognized that he loved them. Love the lost and they will come to you when they are in need of truth.
- Persuade your friends with truth – (Colossians 4:6) Know scripture so that you can be ready in all seasons to share the Gospel. Use the following acronym as a road map to leading the lost into relationship with Christ and praying the salvation prayer:
God created us to be with him
Our sin separates us from God
Sins cannot be removed by good deeds
Paying the price for sin, Jesus died & rose again
Everyone who surrenders to him has eternal life
Life with Jesus starts now!
That which we are most passionate about we will fight for. What are you passionate about?
While fighting for the pressing needs in our generation, DON’T EVER neglect to fight for the most essential human right.