Day 84: Prayer Challenge #12

This is the final prayer challenge in the 90-Day “Love Your Neighbor” Adventure. If not the greatest challenge, it is perhaps the greatest opportunity because it is such a privilege to invite someone to follow Jesus.

I suppose it would be possible to become the follower of almost any well-known historical figure. For instance, you could become a follower of George Washington if you read what he wrote, learned as much about him as you could, and then tried to be like him.

Following Jesus is very different for one simple reason: God raised Jesus from the dead. You might emulate George Washington, but you can’t really have much of a relationship with him. With Jesus you can. Not only can you talk to Jesus, but he can talk to you and even fill you with power through the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life.

This final challenge begins with this prayer: “Lord Jesus, lead me to someone who is already sensing your call. Through your Holy Spirit, give me the words to say to invite them to follow you.”

Here is one way you might go about this. Read Kyle Idleman’s book, “Not a Fan. Becoming a Completely Committed Follower of Jesus.” Then ask God to show you someone to whom you can give the book. After the person has read at least the prologue, just ask, “What do you think?” It should be the beginning of a wonderful conversation!