Why Witness? Why Hope?

I believe we are in the days, among a culture, that requires us as believers to be able to articulate our beliefs.  We need to be able to express compassion through our testimony which allows the hearer to respond freely to the work of the Holy Spirit.

God gives us each free will so we can choose for ourselves.  There is no need to make someone feel pressured or "less than" because they do not "get it" or if they disagree with us.  We must have faith and demonstrate a faith that believes the Holy Spirit is at work in the life of our loved ones even if they appear to be hostile.

We can plant the seed and trust God to complete the work.  We may be the one who gets to harvest it but we may not.  Either way I will rejoice in knowing that My God is big enough to bring my loved ones Home.

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear ~ 1 Peter 3:15

“Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.” ~ Acts 16:31