Asigned to Shine

  Assigned to Shine

“They called Peter and John and ordered them never to teach about Jesus or even mention his name... ‘We cannot stop talking about what we've seen and heard.’"
Acts 4:18 & 20 (GW)

 

The Creator, Maker of heaven and earth, says you’re His kid. He declares you’re mighty, you’re great and you are His witness! Ready—get set—go!   Jesus has an assignment for you. Don’t be afraid. All of heaven is cheering you on. The Lord has already told you that He is for you—so who can be against you? 

                                                                       Searching world

Your friends need Jesus! They are searching for purpose, searching for love, searching for significance and you’ve—got the goods! The popular cheerleader or muscular quarterback is lost, empty without Jesus. Laughing classmates in the lunchroom may seem to have it all together. They don’t. Without knowing how much Jesus loves them—they can’t. You have more privileges as a student to shine the love of Jesus on your campus than anyone else. Don’t let any bully tell you otherwise.
                                                                          
                                                                         Read your rights!

1. You may personally pray before you eat, take a test, or attend a sporting event.
2. Christian messages on T-shirts, other clothing or jewelry may be worn unless your     school has a uniform requirement.
3. You may pass out Christian literature between classes and after school hours to your teachers and friends.
4. You may gather on your own time before or after school hours for prayer and     devotions.
5. You may share a Christian viewpoint in a classroom discussion if it is appropriate.
6. You may bring your Bible to school and any other Christian literature and read     between classes.
7. Bible clubs may meet (if voluntary and student-initiated) on public secondary school premises during non-instructional time. This is applicable when other non-curriculum                            student groups are also permitted to do so.
8. A student may pray or speak of God, without being judgmental, in a student address for graduation anywhere in the country.
   
                                                                                No fear

Peter and John were not afraid. They couldn't keep quiet. God was with them, and they followed Jesus—no matter what! The early disciples were few in the beginning.  But they turned the world upside down everywhere they went.

Are you tired of seeing your friends fail and fall into trouble? Sometimes you may watch them die.  Are you mad because no one is telling them or allowed to tell them how much God loves them? Peter and John were ordinary men who just believed God. They made the difference. So can you… So must you!

“But Peter and John replied, ‘Judge for yourselves.

Which is right from God's point of view? Should we obey you? Or God?’”
Acts 4:19 (NIRV)
       
        Dear Lord,
        Here I am. I put my hand in Yours. We will go… We must go. I love You

Warrior!

                                                                                 Warrior!                               

    “When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said,

  ‘The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.’”
       Judges 6:12 (NIV)
                  “No, in all these things we are super conquerors, through the One who has loved us.”
          Romans 9:37 (CJB)

Gideon was scared. He was hiding in a cave from the Midianites. To his great surprise the angel of the Lord showed up, “You will save Israel from the Midianites. You are a warrior!” After recovering from a fit of laughter, Gideon finally spoke. “My father’s house is poor. You’ve asked the wrong guy, Lord.”    
    The Lord didn’t back down, “I will be with you, Gideon.”

     Still—Gideon argued. “I can’t do this Lord.” 

     “Go in the strength you have.” replied the Lord.

     “But, I‘m a wimp.” Gideon continued.

     “You will destroy the Midianites.” God answered patiently.
 
     “Aw shucks, Lord. I can’t argue with you. Just please give me a sign.”
 
Gideon did obey the Lord and became a four star general. His mighty army totaled only three hundred God-chosen men. They went to battle against the huge, massive army of the Midianites. They rocked, they rolled and the Midianites were so confused that they fought against each other and fled in terror.
Only God could do that but He chose a man to fight the battle. He has chosen you. You are that man, that woman. You are His warrior. Don’t be afraid. The Warrior King is with you.

Look around your school. Take a really good look at your friends. Is there bullying at your school? Is anyone lonely? Can you start a prayer meeting on your campus?  Who you can help? You—are the warrior. Stay close to God. He will give you your marching orders. 

“This is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid, because I have reclaimed you. I have called you by name; you are mine. When you go through the sea, I am with you. When you go through rivers, they will not sweep you away. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned, and the flames will not harm you.  I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.’”
                                                         Isaiah 43: 1-3a (GW)

        Dear Lord,
        I am not afraid of the battle. I will be you warrior today.