TELL THEM ABOUT JESUS

Luke 8:38-39

38 The man from whom the demons had gone out begged to go with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 “Return home and tell how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him.

8:38-39 Often Jesus would ask those he healed to be quiet about the healing, but he urged this man to return to his family and tell them what God had done for him. Why? (1) Jesus knew the man would be an effective witness to those who knew his previous condition and could attest to the miraculous healing. (2) Jesus wanted to expand his ministry by introducing his message into this Gentile area. (3) Jesus knew that the Gentiles since they were not expecting a Messiah, would not divert his ministry by trying to crown him king. (In fact, the people in this region had asked him to go away.) When God touches your life, don’t be afraid to share the wonderful events with your family and friends. Tyndale. Life Application Study Bible NIV. .

ON THE WAY HOME WALK WITH JESUS and tell everyone you meet about how Jesus changed your life.

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