JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Key Element for Thriving Relationships is a Testimony of faith.
Everyone has a story. When we come to faith in Christ, that story becomes a redemption story.
Out of the overflow of our heart, the mouth speaks words of praise and gratitude because of what God has done in our lives. By sharing our story with others, we invite others to see the goodness of God.
Not everyone might want to hear our story. There is wisdom in being sensitive to that. But where people are interested in hearing how God has worked in our lives, our story can build the faith of others and open doors of transparency with them.
Psalm 66:16 says, “Come and hear, all you who fear God; let me tell you what he has done for me.”
Sharing our testimony with others is a key element for thriving relationships that honor God.
This week’s lineup has a theme! Songs to remember: God is the author of your story. This is especially encouraging when you’re in the middle, feeling the tension, not sure how He is going to resolve the plot. But we know God completes the good work he began, and that what was intended for evil, He uses for good. This story isn’t over yet! I have songs like “My Testimony” by Elevation Worship, “Author/Perfector” by Rivers & Robots, “I’ll Give Thanks” by Kirby Kaple and some brand new ones: “Beautiful Story” by Jaime Jamgochian and “Catch Me Singing” by Sean Curran. I hope these lyrics connect with your heart.
Here’s the link to the Spotify Highlights version of this playlist!
JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Redemption, today’s Freedom Phrase is based on Psalm 107, verses 1 and 2.
“Give
thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. Let the redeemed
of the LORD tell their story-those he redeemed from the hand of the foe.”
Those who
are redeemed of the LORD have a story to tell of God’s power to free us from
the chains of darkness and bring us into His wonderful light.
God
continues to work through testimonies today that tell of His amazing grace to
set the captives free.
Through Jesus, we are set free to share our story of God’s transforming love.