Devotion for Wednesday, July 24, 2024

“Whatever town or village you enter, find out who in it is worthy, and stay there until you leave. As you enter the house, greet it” (Matthew 10:11-12).

Christians are not to go into the world to just find out who to convert. The Holy Spirit knows who is ready to receive the Gospel. Go, and if they receive you, stay. We are not selling anything. The truth of Jesus is the truth of reality. Some want to continue with unreality. Some are open and willing. Trust the leading of the Holy Spirit and be willing to remain with those who are willing to receive.

Lord, I have grown up in a time when it seems that many view the idea of evangelism as a door- to-door selling proposition. You send us and there are those who will receive us. How simple is that? If they will not receive us, then we need not stay. I know I am not personally responsible for anyone’s salvation. You alone are the One who saves. Write these principles in my heart so that I remain free in You.

Lord Jesus, I quickly fall into the trap of thinking I must do something. The “I” has been the source of constant difficulties. Free me to trust Your leading so that I do what You give me to do. You are the Savior and You have asked me to share the truth of Your salvation with any who are willing to receive the message You give me grace to share it. Guide me now and always to live in the truth and share with all who are willing to receive the message You give me. Amen.