APRIL 9, 2026, THURSDAY
Entry: 11:12am, Fairview QC
VERSE OF THE DAY:
ACTS 4:12
There is no salvation in no one else! god has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved
HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES
Imagine being a disciple in Jesus' dayโฆ
Just before Jesus returns to heaven, He commands you to tell all nations the story of the gospel. In your travels, you encounter new people and cultures and share all that God has done through His Son, Jesus. People's lives are changed because of God's salvation and His working through you.
God asks us to continue to make disciples in Jesus' name, because His is the only name that can offer salvation.
Disciple-making starts with loving others as God has loved us. It involves thoughtful teaching and instructions that points people toward a loving relationship with God. We can teach others about discipleship as we go about out daily lives. Here are two ways to get startedโฆ
MODELING:
But as for you, promote the kind of living that reflects right teaching.
Titus 2:1
If we want to help people know God, it's important to have hearts that demonstrate Jesus' teachings. Jesus cared for the poor and the oppressed. He cared more about inward heart attitudes than outward demonstrations. He sacrificed Himself for the good of others.
When we model Christ's sacrificial love and compassion in our relationships, we are illustrating that we have been transformed by God's love. The way we will invite others to experience the same sort of love that transformed us.
MENTORSHIP:
PROVERBS 9:9
Give instructions to the wise, and they will become wiser still; teach the righteous and they will gain learning.
As each of us grows in intimacy with God, we can offer wisdom to people we know. Taking time to listen to people's stories and encourage them to walk with God through their experiences can lead to a powerful mentoring relationship.
Before Jesus ascended into heaven, He gave His disciples the command to make more disciples. He declared that all disciples should be made in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. This is a comforting reminder that when we make disciples, we aren't doing it by our own power.
God's grace goes before us, and the Holy Spirit works in our hearts to transform us. This is all possible because of what Jesus accomplished on the cross. So take a moment to think about someone you would like to see draw closer to God. How can you show up in their life today?
REFLECTION
Have you trusted in Jesus as your Savior? No matter what you've done, you can call on His powerful name.
SHARE YOUR FAITH
Wherever you find yourself today, you can proclaim the name of Jesus to everyone you meet.
Jesus, we know that You are the only way to eternal life. Salvation is possible only because of Your grace, mercy, and love for us. There is no one else like You. Help us to focus our attention to You, and not allow distractions to overtake and discourage us from what You offer. Show is opportunities to proclaim Your name to others! In Jesus' name, Amen.
