March 17 – LD 11, Day 6: Living
as Faithful Witnesses of Jesus
by Rev Allen Brummel
I John 1:3 “That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and
truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with His Son Jesus Christ.”
It is necessary that we be faithful witnesses of Jesus as we live our
lives from day to day. The authors of the catechism continue the
testimony of the disciples that regardless of the situation they found
themselves they could not neglect speaking about Jesus.
It is shameful that often such open and bold witness embarrasses
us. By refusing to witness to those around us we reveal that we lack the
love of God that would move us to love the neighbor by seeking his or her
salvation. The fellowship that God has given us in the gospel is rich and
blessed. The gospel is the good news of salvation, which good news is
summarized in the name Jesus. That name means Savior, and that is the
whole content of the gospel. Jesus Christ came into this world to save
sinners. In the midst of the darkness and despair of life, men and women
need encouragement. God will give you opportunities today to lift high
the banner of the cross. Don’t be ashamed, but rather freely boast
of Jesus to those around you.
May God cause us more and more to witness to those around us concerning
the wonder of Jesus’ work in us and for us.