Your Story Can Change Someone's Life (Podcast)

This powerful conversation challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to be followers of Jesus rather than mere fans. At the heart of this message is the transformative practice of evangelism—not as a religious duty, but as a natural overflow of spending time with Christ. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 9:19, we discover Paul's radical approach: voluntarily becoming a servant to all, entering different worlds, and seeing things from others' perspectives. Whether encountering religious people, non-religious people, moralists, or those living loosely, Paul maintained his bearings in Christ while genuinely connecting with humanity. The beautiful truth emerges that evangelism isn't about preaching at people—it's about being with them, listening to their stories, and allowing the fragrance of Christ to spread naturally through our lives. We're reminded that everyone has a story that matters, whether it's dramatic transformation or faithful stewardship of a blessed life. The challenge isn't to manufacture spiritual encounters but to cultivate sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's prompts—that nudge to buy someone lunch, make a phone call, or simply look someone in the eye and truly see them. When we prioritize being with Jesus, as Mark 3:14 instructs, we become people who carry His presence everywhere we go.