Shyness and the Gospel

Hello again brother (@Kojikun), I just noticed that the guy who wrote the book Tactics (the book that I mentioned in my last post) teaches free classes on YouTube, so I thought I'd leave class #1 here for you in case you are interested.


God bless you!

~Deut
p.s. - there's another free teaching available that may interest you as well. It's called, How To Witness (it's the 4th part of a 4-part John MacArthur teaching series called, Spiritual Boot Camp). I listened to it nearly 34 years ago (when I first became a Christian), and like the other 3 parts of Spiritual Boot Camp, I still use some of what I learned in my walk today.

@Kojikun:

Just send 'em a link to this video...

What would you share? "Hello, my name is Kojikun and the bible is my source of constant dispare. I am feeling that this is pointless and just another reason for me to burn in hell. Would you like to know more?"

I think maybe you should focus on your own testimony before you concern yourself with sharing it with others. There seems to be a problem there. The Lord is not pressuring you to tell others about something you are not living yourself.

As to not wanting to make eye contact with people. That is something that can be overcome. You are not a bad person for being shy. There are steps you can take one day at a time to grow out of it. Start by looking people in the eye when you talk to them because it is good communication skills. Think about how it looks to you when someone does not look you in the eye. Not looking at people in the eye is a habit that can be changed over time. Many people have this problem. They have to train themselves to change. It is worth the effort. It shows you care about the person you are talking to. Even more important than looking others in the eye when you speak to them is looking at them in the eye when they are talking to you. Good listening skills are rare today. Those that practice good communication skills go further in every area of life.

Stay positive and grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

What you say is true.
God has created each of us for a purpose and given us the fruit and talents for that purpose and it can be big or small such as attracting others to Him simply with our attitude and actions.

Thought of you today, Koji. I'm glad you feel better. One thought from the Spirit kept lingering in my mind all day.

"I've never wanted fear offerings"

(excuse my ramble in advance)
He does not want sacrifices, works carried out as torture.
People constantly scared and trying to work to secure position before Him.
That's why He gives eternal life, once He moves on to help a person who wants to be saved, He does not change His resolve to help that person throughout life and shepherd them to their final destination with rod and staff.
This is why, "gifts of God are without repentance" and that includes the gift of eternal life.
You will live out what was grafted into you because it was born of GOD.
If it will grow faster or slower, that's partly up to you and your diligence in guarding your mind.

Hosea 6:6 For I desired mercy [hesed], and not sacrifice;

No more fear offering (= sacrifice = trying to appease).
The Lamb was tortured and slaughtered so we could stop with that.
The wrath was appeased already. Now, He's just trying to love us.
If we allow Him to love us.... then the cup runs over (to fill other people).
And it can be hard if you don't feel particularly lovable. And people struggle with that a LOT more than they will admit.
But it's the only way for the cups to get filled.

You know, people make witnessing so complicated when it really doesn’t have to be . I got saved on the streets, all I wanted was someone to notice me and take time to listen to me . A kind word and a heart that really shows interest, is often all that’s needed to open someone up to God. It may only be the beginning but it’s a step at a time . People just need to know that they matter and have a voice . So I just tell them that God has way more for their lives than they can understand and He really loves them, that they are needed here . if necessary offer a couple of scriptures to back this up . I have lead a few people to the Lord this way .
( I’ll also give a part or all my testimony at times, as someone else said. ). But you know it’s the Lord who draws people in; so just ask to be used by Him and for His love to flow through you , not your own .
it took another year for me to get saved and then I was alone in a foreign land when I had a radical encounter with the Lord, so don’t give up or despise the small things you do for the Lord, as in His hands they can grow mighty and produce fruit, 31 yes later, trust me
bless you 😊