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As we step into the fullness of spring, our hearts overflow with gratitude for the showers of blessing God continues to pour upon us. Like fresh rains stirring dormant fields, the Lord’s hand is awakening new life within our churches, our families, and our calling. We’ve seen His faithfulness in answered prayers, quiet provisions, and in moments of unexpected joy.
These blessings are not just to be admired, they are fuel for mission!
Now is the time to rise with boldness, to plant generously, and to shepherd with renewed vision. God’s abundance isn’t just behind us, it’s going before us, preparing the way for greater works in His name.
Shepherding in the Midst of Change #
Today ministry feels like a navigating through unforgiving terrain. The rise of new social currents, unexpected cultural debates, and the weariness that many quietly carry. Yet, even in seasons of uncertainty, our calling remains steady. We are shepherds entrusted with souls, not trends.
Hebrews 13:20–21 reminds us that it is the “God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep” who equips us with everything good. Let us lead with that assurance. Whether facing congregational transitions, family struggles, or our own questions, God is not surprised. He is shaping us into vessels of steady grace in an unsteady world.
A Call to Evangelistic Urgency #
The fields are not only white for harvest, they are fleeting. In a world increasingly distracted by noise and novelty, our neighbors are hungering for truth that lasts. Evangelism is not reserved for crusades or pulpits; it begins in kitchen conversations, hospital visits, and sideline chats at the soccer field. Jesus’ own approach was deeply relational. He saw Zacchaeus in a tree, sat at wells, and walked roads with ordinary people. As ministers, we must embody that same urgency, not in panic, but in deep compassion.
Let’s train our people to carry the gospel like seed in their pockets, always ready to sow, never afraid of the soil.
Evangelistic Opportunities Everywhere #
We’ve never lived in a time with so many avenues to proclaim the gospel. A single text message can encourage a seeker. A short video on Facebook or YouTube can plant a seed where pulpits may never reach. Zoom prayer groups can unite isolated hearts across cities. Podcasts and blogs offer rich soil for discipleship beyond the Sunday morning hour. These tools aren’t the mission, they’re just the sandals on our feet. But used wisely, they can carry the message of Christ into homes, workplaces, and phones across the world.
Ministers let’s equip our congregations not just to be present online, but to be purposefully present by speaking life, truth, and hope in the digital harvest fields God has entrusted to us.
Examine Your Online Presence #
As we embrace these digital tools for ministry, we must also examine the message our online presence is sending. Every social media profile, every bio, every photo or post is a window into our hearts.
Ask yourself: #
If an unbeliever visited your Facebook page or Instagram profile today, would they know you follow Jesus? #
Does your content point to hope or to hostility? #
Does it glorify Christ or echo the values of the world? #
Ministers, we cannot afford to blend in when we have been set apart. Remove what grieves the Spirit. Take down what delights in sin or stirs division. Ask the Holy Spirit to purify your digital witness so that anyone who stumbles across your name online might stumble into grace.
