THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 21ST MAY 2025, WEDNESDAY MESSAGE
Read The Upper Room Devotional 21st May 2025 written by Navamani Peter (Karnataka, India)
TOPIC: God’s Good News
Today’s Reading
Isaiah 52:7-10
[Jesus] said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” – Matthew 9:37-38 (NIV)
Years ago at an evangelism seminar, I met a young woman named Shanthi who shared her amazing story. After hearing about Christ, Shanthi decided to enroll at a theological college to learn more about Christ’s ministry. Later she started a school for young children where she taught them Christian songs. When the parents asked Shanthi about the meaning of the songs, she was able to share the gospel with them. Her ministry grew, and with the help of the villagers she built a church.
Her story reminded me of the Samaritan woman who met Jesus at the well. She was convinced that she had met the Messiah because he told her everything about her life. She was overjoyed and ran back to the town to tell everyone. Because of her testimony the whole town came to see Jesus and hear the good news. (See Jn. 4:1-30.)
Evangelism is about sharing the good news of Jesus Christ to help others experience the forgiveness, love, and grace of God. Just like Shanthi and the Samaritan woman, may we never shy away from sharing the good news of God’s love with everyone we meet — by word and action.
Today’s Prayer
Loving God, thank you for your gift of salvation. May we faithfully spread your love through what we say and what we do. In Christ’s name. Amen.
Thought for the Day
Evangelism is my opportunity to share God’s love.
Prayer Focus
Those who have not heard the gospel
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