How to give the gift of Jesus this Christmas? Learn to BLESS and use this Evangelism Kit
One For Jesus // December 9, 2024, 5:54 pm
Not sure how to start sharing your faith with your friends? One for Jesus' BLESS Model is a simple strategy to win people to Christ by beginning with prayer before reaching out, listening, eating, serving and then sharing with them. Photo from Depositphotos.com.
Christmas is known as the season of giving. Presents are part of the year-end celebrations, but what better gift can be there to give than the gift of eternal life?
The holiday season is an opportune time to share love, joy and the Good News of Jesus Christ with those around us who have yet to know Him.
As Christians, we are called to be salt and light, reflecting God’s love in every corner of our lives. But how do we engage meaningfully with our pre-believing friends and neighbours in a way that resonates with their hearts?
One practical approach is the BLESS model, a simple, relational strategy to bless those around us while planting seeds of faith.
The BLESS Model
B: Begin with Prayer
Start by lifting your friends and loved ones in prayers. Ask the Lord for wisdom, discernment, and opportunities to share His love. Depend on the Holy Spirit to guide your conversations and actions.
L: Listen
Be present and listen with an open heart. Instead of jumping straight into sharing, take time to understand your friend’s struggles, dreams, and perspectives. Listening with empathy paves the way for meaningful connections.
E: Eat
Sharing a meal is a timeless way to build trust and strengthen relationships. Jesus Himself often ate with those He ministered to, creating moments of fellowship and joy. Invite your pre-believing friends for a coffee, a meal, or even festive treats during this holiday season.
S: Serve
Serving others can be as simple as offering encouragement, providing practical help, or showing up when they need a friend. Acts of kindness reflect God’s love and often open the door for deeper conversations about faith.
S: Share
Finally, share your story of God’s love and grace. Your personal testimony, paired with the Gospel message, can inspire hope and transformation in others. When the moment feels right, don’t shy away from asking your friend if they want to receive Jesus as their personal Lord and Saviour.
A Meaningful Gift for the Season
To help Christians share God’s love during this festive season, One For Jesus has created the “Love Comes Home” Evangelism Kit. This thoughtfully curated gift box is a wonderful way to bless your friends and family while sparking Gospel-centred conversations.
Each kit, priced at just S$14, includes:
- A ceramic cup inscribed with blessings in English and Chinese.
- A wooden coaster engraved with the attributes of God’s love (based on 1 Corinthians 13).
- Seeker-friendly tracts from Our Daily Bread, covering topics like happiness and money.
- A beautifully designed gift box to hold it all.
If you would like more materials to help you reach out, OFJ also has a Host Resource Kit complete with conversation starters, a creative gospel illustration tool, and festive evangelism resources.
This kit is more than a gift: It’s a conversation starter, a bridge for sharing faith, and a tangible reminder of God’s love. Click here to get yours.
As you step into the Christmas season, remember that the greatest gift we can give is the love and hope of Christ. Through prayer, empathy, fellowship, service, and sharing, you can bless your pre-believing friends and community in powerful ways.
Let’s embrace this season as an opportunity to make God’s love known, one relationship at a time. Let’s do our part to advance the Kingdom of God, one soul at a time.
To purchase the Evangelism Kit and Host Resource Kit, click here. For details and queries, please email [email protected].
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