"…But to this very day I have been helped by God, and so I stand here giving my witness to all, to small and great alike. What I say is the very same thing which the prophets and Moses said was going to happen: that the Messiah must suffer and be the first one to rise from death, to announce the light of salvation to the Jews and to the Gentiles."

As Paul defended himself in this way, Festus shouted at him, "You are mad, Paul! Your great learning is driving you mad!"

Paul answered, "I am not mad, Your Excellency! I am speaking the sober truth. King Agrippa! I can speak to you with all boldness, because you know about these things. I am sure that you have taken notice of every one of them, for this thing has not happened hidden away in a corner. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know that you do!"

Agrippa said to Paul, "In this short time do you think you will make me a Christian?"

"Whether a short time or a long time," Paul answered, "my prayer to God is that you and all the rest of you who are listening to me today might become what I am – except, of course, for these chains!"

Acts 26:22-29

There are three forms of persuasion that can apply to the way we witness to others about Christ. Ethos is our character. Don’t try to convert someone, let your life convict them so they ask Christ to come into their lives. Pathos is our feeling. Make your impassioned pleas. Do not ever be accused of being luke warm about the gospel. Logos is our reason. When we live a holy life, we will attract attention. This will lead to questions. It is then that we should be ready to give reasons for what we believe, and we should do so gently and humbly. Is God leading you to witness to someone? Ask for His help.

When you know Christ, you want others to know Him too.

Our Daily Bread – January 17, 2002