The Power of an INVITATION

The Power of an INVITATION

"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:14-16

For 4 weeks in September, Pastor Brian challenged our students to step out of their comfort zone, shine their light and INVITE their friends so they could experience RSSM Student Ministry and hear the life changing message of Jesus Christ. THE RESULT? Over four weeks our students brought 222 FIRST TIME visitors. GUESS WHAT? 47 young people made a commitment to Christ! Think about it, about 1 out of 5 students invited gave their hearts to Christ and in one month our youth ministry experienced a growth of about 50 students! All because students stepped out of their comfort zones, let their light shine and INVITED their friends and fellow students to come.

What is the power of an invitation? For 47 students it was the difference between eternal life and eternal death.

Obviously, we do not save anyone, only Jesus can do that, BUT God does use us in the process. God has promised if we will lift up Jesus He will draw all men to Himself. I want to encourage you to let your light shine. Step out of your comfort zone, take the bowl off and GO FOR IT! INVITE someone in your family, at your work, in your neighborhood, at the ball field or marketplace to JOIN YOU at church this Sunday. You never know, the power of that invitation! Just ask 47 students!!!

Blessings,
Darren