Last week we wrapped up a 4-week focus on evangelism with our Just Walk Across the Room campaign. I am encouraged by the before/after (Holy Spirit transformation) stories that I have received from some of you. If you are still struggling to get a story in 100 words or less, then keep trying. This is a very important practice. Not only will it provide you with a clear and concise way to tell your with-God story, but it is always encouraging to reflect on the great things God has done for you.
Here's my story in 44 words...I was a self-centered, angry, insecure little boy in a grown-up body. I would blow up at the slightest provocation and got in fights all the time. Then, I rededicated my life to Jesus and He filled my life with love, acceptance and peace.
O.K. you have practiced God's story & your with-God story, now you need some "Walk Across the Room" opportunities. Here are some suggestions...
1. Come hang out during rec. basketball having “walking across the room” conversations with the parents who are waiting for the children. Offer bottled water? Etc.
2. Sponsor a simple dinner (take out pizza?) for the parents of the Kid’s Choir before the performance on December 12th with the intentional focus of mixing with the parents, learning their stories, etc. The dinner needs to be simple because the room will be set up for the performance and little room for tables, and we don't want to be tied up making and serving the food—we want to eat with them.
3. Come to Grandma's Kitchen and intentionally sit with people who are not members of HUMC in order to learn their stories.
4. Sponsor a clubhouse Family Dinner and/or game night—inviting Clubhouse kids and parents for an afternoon of fun, food, games.
5. Be a part of UnPlugg at the Brickhouse the first 3 Tuesday evenings in November & December. Help me make the people who come feel welcome and loved.
I am sure there are many more opportunities, but these are a few opportunities to enter the Zone of the Unknown and introduce people to the extravant love of God.
Blessings & Hope,
RevKev
