Week 4: Anchored in Community and Mission
Day 25 — Telling Your Story
Scripture Reading:
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,”
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
“Jesus did not let him, but said, “Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.””
Mark 5:19 NIV
“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.”
Revelation 12:11 NIV
Devotional Thought
Have you ever hesitated to talk about your faith because you didn’t know what to say—or didn’t want it to get awkward?
Most people don’t need an argument. They’re just curious about what’s real.
When people talk about faith, it can quickly turn into debates or awkward conversations. That’s not what Jesus asked for.
God doesn’t need you to have everything figured out or to sound impressive. He simply invites you to be honest about your own experience.
The Bible says that if someone notices hope in your life and asks about it, you can share why—calmly, respectfully, and without pressure. You don’t need answers to every question. You don’t need perfect words. Your story is enough.
There’s a moment in the Bible where Jesus heals a man whose life had completely unraveled. Instead of sending him to a class or giving him a script, Jesus says, “Go home and tell people what happened to you.” The man didn’t understand theology yet—he just knew his life had changed. And that was enough.
Your story matters because it’s real. No one can argue with your experience. When you talk about how Jesus has met you, helped you, or changed you—even in small ways—it gives people a glimpse of hope they can relate to.
Sharing your story isn’t about convincing anyone. It’s about being available. Honest. Human.
And you never know who might need to hear it.
Practice for Today
Take a few minutes and write your story in three simple parts:
1. What life was like before you took Jesus seriously
2. What shifted for you
3. What life looks like now
Keep it short—something you could share naturally in a few minutes if the moment came up.
Reflection Questions
Who in your life might benefit from hearing your story—not as a speech, but as a real conversation?
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,”
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
“Jesus did not let him, but said, “Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.””
Mark 5:19 NIV
“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.”
Revelation 12:11 NIV
Devotional Thought
Have you ever hesitated to talk about your faith because you didn’t know what to say—or didn’t want it to get awkward?
Most people don’t need an argument. They’re just curious about what’s real.
When people talk about faith, it can quickly turn into debates or awkward conversations. That’s not what Jesus asked for.
God doesn’t need you to have everything figured out or to sound impressive. He simply invites you to be honest about your own experience.
The Bible says that if someone notices hope in your life and asks about it, you can share why—calmly, respectfully, and without pressure. You don’t need answers to every question. You don’t need perfect words. Your story is enough.
There’s a moment in the Bible where Jesus heals a man whose life had completely unraveled. Instead of sending him to a class or giving him a script, Jesus says, “Go home and tell people what happened to you.” The man didn’t understand theology yet—he just knew his life had changed. And that was enough.
Your story matters because it’s real. No one can argue with your experience. When you talk about how Jesus has met you, helped you, or changed you—even in small ways—it gives people a glimpse of hope they can relate to.
Sharing your story isn’t about convincing anyone. It’s about being available. Honest. Human.
And you never know who might need to hear it.
Practice for Today
Take a few minutes and write your story in three simple parts:
1. What life was like before you took Jesus seriously
2. What shifted for you
3. What life looks like now
Keep it short—something you could share naturally in a few minutes if the moment came up.
Reflection Questions
Who in your life might benefit from hearing your story—not as a speech, but as a real conversation?