Joshua 1 nine Ministries

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  • How to Share Jesus

    How to Share Jesus: Simple Ways to Shine His Light in Everyday Life

    Let’s be real—talking about Jesus can feel intimidating. What if they reject you? What if you don’t say the right thing? What if you don’t have all the answers?

    Here’s the good news: sharing Jesus doesn’t have to be complicated or scary. In fact, it’s often the small moments, the genuine love, and the simple words that speak the loudest.

    1. Start With Your Story

    You don’t need a theology degree to talk about Jesus. Start with your story. Share how Jesus changed your life, gave you hope, or brought peace in a dark time. People might argue with facts, but they can’t argue with your real experience.

    Revelation 12:11 says, “They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.”

    Your testimony is powerful. It makes the gospel real and relatable.

    2. Let Your Life Speak

    Sometimes the best way to preach the gospel is without words. It’s how you treat the waitress who got your order wrong. It’s how you respond when someone’s gossiping. It’s your attitude at work, your honesty, your kindness, your joy.

    Matthew 5:16 says, “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

    People notice when something is different about you. Let them see Jesus through how you live.

    3. Be Bold, But Gentle

    Yes, we’re called to be bold—but boldness doesn’t mean being pushy or rude. It means having the courage to speak when the moment is right, even if your voice shakes a little. It means sharing truth with love, not judgment.

    1 Peter 3:15 says, “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.”

    Don’t underestimate a simple, “Can I pray for you?” or “I’ve found peace in Jesus—have you ever experienced that?”

    4. Pray for Opportunities

    If you ask God to open doors, He will. Pray for courage. Pray for the right words. And pray for the hearts of those around you. The Holy Spirit does the real work—you’re just the vessel.

    Colossians 4:3 says, “And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ.”

    Sometimes the opportunity comes through a crisis, a coffee conversation, or even a random stranger. Stay open and ready.

    5. Leave the Results to God

    It’s not your job to save people. That’s God’s job. Your job is simply to share—plant the seed, water it with love, and trust that God will bring the growth.

    1 Corinthians 3:6 says, “I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow.”

    Even if someone doesn’t respond right away, you may have just planted a seed that will grow later.

    Final Thoughts

    Sharing Jesus isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being available. God uses willing hearts—broken, shy, unsure ones too. If He can use fishermen, tax collectors, and former persecutors, He can absolutely use you.

    So next time you get the nudge to speak up or show love—go for it. Jesus isn’t just a message. He’s the hope the world is desperate for. And you carry that hope.

    Let’s be the ones who aren’t ashamed to say, “I know a Savior, and He changed everything for me.”

  • How Do You Know You’re Saved?

    How Do You Know You’re Saved? A Journey from Doubt to Assurance

    Have you ever laid awake at night wondering, “Am I really saved?” You’ve said the prayer, gone to church, maybe even served in ministry—but deep down, you still ask yourself, “What if I’m not truly saved?”

    If that’s you, you’re not alone. Many believers wrestle with this question at some point. And guess what? That’s not a sign of weak faith—it’s actually a sign that your heart truly cares about your relationship with God.

    The Struggle is Real

    There was a time in my life when I constantly feared I wasn’t saved. I kept replaying my past mistakes and doubting if my faith was “strong enough.” I thought salvation was something I had to feel all the time, like an emotional high. But feelings are fickle—and they come and go. What I learned through Scripture and time spent with God changed everything.

    What Does the Bible Say?

    Romans 10:9 makes it simple and clear:

    “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”

    Notice it doesn’t say, “If you never doubt, you’re saved.” Or, “If you feel super holy every day, you’re saved.” No—it says believe and confess. Salvation is not based on performance, perfection, or emotions. It’s based on a person: Jesus Christ.

    Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us:

    “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.”

    The Evidence of Salvation

    So how can you know you’re saved? Here are a few signs—not to earn salvation, but as fruits of it:

    • You desire God: Even your longing to know Him more is a sign the Holy Spirit is at work in you.
    • You feel convicted of sin: Not condemned, but gently corrected.
    • You’re changing: Maybe slowly, but you’re not who you used to be.
    • You trust Jesus alone: Not your own good works, but His finished work on the cross.

    Let Go of the Fear

    Friend, God isn’t dangling salvation in front of you like a carrot, waiting for you to jump high enough to grab it. If you have placed your faith in Jesus—truly believing He died for your sins and rose again—you are saved. That’s the promise of Scripture.

    1 John 5:13 gives us this assurance:

    “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.”

    So that you may know. Not guess. Not wonder. But know.

    A Prayer for You

    If you’re still unsure, take a moment to talk to God from your heart:

    “Lord, I believe that You are the Son of God who died and rose again for me. I trust in Your grace and not my works. Help me walk in the assurance of Your love and salvation. Thank You for saving me. Amen.”

    Final Thoughts

    Knowing you’re saved isn’t about how you feel—it’s about what Jesus did. Rest in that truth today. You don’t have to live in fear. You can live in freedom, knowing that you belong to Him. Forever.

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