September 30in30

The purpose behind the 30in30 was to make evangelism a lifestyle. Many of us realized that in our daily walk, we neglected our calling to make disciples of all nations. It has been amazing to see the effect that 30in30 has had on many brothers and sisters. How many really came to Christ may only be known when we one day see Jesus face to face as most tracts that were given out were received by strangers – art store owners, uni students, construction workers, Aborigines, African Americans, hairdressers, pensioners and kids.

Lessons on prayer were learnt as participants increased their prayers for God's providence and guidance. As a result, many found themselves in places that they never thought they would be, catching the “wrong bus” or talking to people they never thought they ever would. God was showing us that He is not slack as some men count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish, but that ALL should come to repentance.

Some testimonies that emerged during the 30 days included:

• A Christian shop owner was so encouraged that he asked for more tracts to put outside his shop.
• A friend who was offered a tract ended up sharing that she just had a dream of going to hell.
• Tracts being offered to people who had just read the same tract from one of their friends/colleagues recently (happened more than twice!).

September 30in30 was not just about how many tracts we were able to give out. More importantly, participants realized that God gives us many opportunities to witness each day and we subconsciously make the decision not to witness, firstly by not carrying tracts. Jesus said in John 7:38,

He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.

If we DO believe in Him, rivers of living water must flow from us – the gospel has to be preached. Spurgeon said, “have you no wish for others to be saved? Then you are not saved yourself. Be sure of that.”

- Written by Adrian Cheng for Sola Fide Newsletter