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Ministering In A Digital World
“I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase. So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase. Now he that planteth and he that watereth are one: and every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour” (1 Corinthians 3:6-8).
Consider the following examples:
- The Lord Jesus Christ began His public ministry in a synagogue (Luke 4) – a place of religious conversation. Religious people need Christ. Many are blinded by false religion. Many others are seeking for the Truth.
- Philip preached in the markets and along the journey (Acts 8) – these were places of business conversation. The greatest business is the Father’s business. Work conversations can become gospel appointments.
- Paul, in Acts 17, famously preached the gospel on Mars Hill – this was the place of philosophical conversation. People are searching all around us; we must point them to the God who can be known!
- Peter and Paul preached before the governing bodies, both Jewish (Acts 4-7) and Roman (Acts 24-26) – these were places of political conversation and judgment. Political leaders will rise and fall, but our King reigns forever. There must be great boldness in the face of political power, because we have the truth they need.
Why do we bring up these examples? Because the digital world connects all 4 of these categories: religious, business, philosophical, and political discussions often happen in the digital realm. YouTube, television, social media, blogs, radio programs, podcasts, and other digital avenues have become places for conversation. While there is nothing as effective as personal evangelism, media will influence billions of people around the world, and we must do our best make the truth known.
Technology can be used to make Bible study resources available worldwide, instantly. Articles, downloads, podcasts, video messages, and so many tools can be made available to believers worldwide. Further, the gospel message can be carried over the internet and radio to places you and I may never go. Technology can even take the gospel to restricted nations. Practically, there are many tools to help us find and reach people who are seeking. Technology can be a great resource for keeping up with church needs and opportunities.
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