Talk About Jesus Without Freaking Out

This past Sunday at Timber Ridge, we talked about how everyone has a story. (You can watch the message online here.) You and I have a story about our life - where we've been, what we've done, what we've learned - it's all a part of our unique story.  And if you are a follower of Jesus, then a major part of your story is how Jesus has changed your life.  Sharing the story of how Jesus has impacted our lives is something every Christian is called to do.

I wanted to follow up yesterday's message with some tips & tactics on how you can get comfortable sharing your story and how you can talk about your faith in Jesus without freaking out.

• Get comfortable sharing your own story.
• You story should include 3 things:  Life before you met Jesus, how you came to a relationship with Jesus, and the difference Jesus has made in your life.
• Make sure you make Jesus the center & hero of your story...because He is!
• Be able to share what Jesus has done in your life in 3 minutes or less.
• Practice sharing the message with a friend so you get comfortable with it.
• Pray for people you know who don't have a relationship with Jesus.
• Always talk to God about your friends & neighbors before you talk to your friends & neighbors about God!
• Invest in relationships with people who don't know Jesus.
• Jesus was accused of being a friend of sinners.  Are you?
• Speak up & share your story.
• All the preparation in the world doesn't matter if you never step out in boldness and tell your friends & neighbors about how Jesus has changed your life & how He wants to impact them as well.

God has given you everything you need to help people connect with Jesus!  Go for it!