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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 1 – Beginner)
Topic: Illustrate the meaning of "Make Hay While the Sun Shines" (without using the actual phrase or literal example). (03/06/08)
The lump in my throat overtook me, almost preventing me from speaking. I knew the opportunity before me needed to be ceased.
As my thoughts raced, I tried to organize my words, in hopes that I could stir up the courage to speak. As we sat there conversing, I felt the Holy Spirit tugging at me.
It was as if the whole room and everyone in it became still. My heart was pounding and I was reminded of the verse in Timothy where it is said to make the most of every opportunity because the days are evil and to know what the Lords will is.
I knew it was the Lords will that I share Christ with this person, but I cant say it made sharing any easier, especially since it was my sister.

As she continued with her story about her co-worker being so religious and she didn’t understand why she was so mean if she was religious. She went on to say that was the reason she never wanted to go to Church.

I knew I would not have another chance to share the difference between a relationship with Jesus Christ and religion if I didn’t speak now. I remember thinking to myself and hoping that no conflict would arise.

However, doors don’t open like this everyday, and we had all the time in the world without worrying about interruptions, since we were sharing a bedroom together while on vacation.
I began to quiver in my words, but the Spirit over took me and I told her Church and religion never changes a person but only the love and having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ can give us a new heart causing everlasting change. I waited for her response.
Meanwhile, my confidence was strengthened and began to sharpen my sword with quiet prayer. She replied, and asked what I meant. I then asked her if she remembered how I was before I became a Christian. We both laughed and told stories of the old me. Then we began to talk about the new me and I explained how I changed was by asking God to forgive me of what I had done and to take my life. I told her that God not only forgave me but he gave me a new life. She nodded her head. It was as if she was understanding what I was talking about, after witnessing change in my life. I asked her if that having a relationship with Jesus made her feel differently about wanting to attend church?
She shook her head and said no, but she said she did feel differently about Jesus and wanted to have a relationship with him. That night we prayed and my sister entered into the most important relationship she would ever have. She met Jesus, and I’m glad to say she had a change of heart about church.
Its amazing how sharing a room with someone on vacation can be so life changing and so rewarding.
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Member Comments
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Clarissa Barge
03/13/08
It's not easy witnessing to family members; for we're without honor in our own homes sometimes. This, although, sounds like a perfect set-up by the Holyspirit..indeed?
Lyn Churchyard
03/16/08
I'm so glad your MC took the advantage when prompted by the Holy Spirit. All too often we don't do that and always regret it.

That opportunity was definitely a great way to discuss the difference between being 'religious' and being a Christian.

Only one nit pick, I think you meant "seized" not "ceased" in the first sentence.

Good story, and take on the topic. Well done.
Shayne Catoe
03/16/08
I understand waiting for a loved one's time to come to Christ. It is wonderful to be a part of it.

In the last paragraph, I believe, the word its should of been it's, but that's no big deal.

It's a special story.
Yvonne Blake 
03/16/08
Wow! I'm glad you took that opportunity. I regret the times that I didn't.
An extra space between paragraph helps the reader.
Good story. Thank you for writing this.
Joshua Janoski
03/16/08
There have been many witnessing opportunities that I have let pass me by, and I am sorry for that. I'm glad that your MC seized the opportunity presented to him/her. It is hard to witness sometimes, but the reward of seeing people saved is great.

I really liked how you emphasized that religion and church are not what makes a person a true Christian. It is that one on one personal relationship with Jesus Christ that transforms us.

Great story! Thank you for sharing.