Not Just Believe, But Know

 

And the hand of the Lord

was with them,

and a great number

           who believed

turned to the Lord.

             Acts 11. 21

Why are we in

   this strange, awkward

  or overwhelming situation,

or seemingly stuck

   in the ordinary and familiar?

To bring the name of Jesus there,

to be an intentional witness,

     even when we are unaware,

and to be faithful to Him

  whether we ever see the fruit.

In the most unexpected places

and among the most unlikely people,

     God's power is revealed.

Others are continually watching

   to see if God is real.

We would be amazed at those

   who are a breath away

   from believing in Him.

O LORD,

May You find us faithful

in bringing Your name

    to those around us

that they may 

   not just believe but know

   You are God

and You love them

more than they can imagine.

Help us to be a witness

   wherever we are today

and in how we love people

        right to You.