To go and disciples make, (Matt. 28:19,20)
Has all but been subverted
With evangelism a tack to take.
While winning baby Christians
Will change their destination,
Their lack of power in living
Will cause much consternation.
Obedience to God's command
Involves "preaching of the Cross"; (1 Cor. 1:18)
With all emphasis on the Blood,
The new believer suffers loss.
But the preaching of the Cross
Must be backed by personal teaching,
That application might be made,
If heartstrings they are reaching.
Since many suffer alienation,
Personal acceptance is sorely needed;
Corporate teaching can be lost
If a person's hurts are unheeded.
Love is the key to hearts
And must be shown in flesh and blood;
Though it's expounded from the Word,
Personal embodiment brings the flood.
With believers treated all alike,
The personal touch is denied;
Getting to know personal struggles
Allows the pulpit to come alongside.
When a person needs a friend,
Objective teaching may not suffice;
But some personal time and caring
Can be the 'pearl of great price'! (Matt. 13:46)
From now until our Lord comes,
Personalized ministry is vital;
Such time will pay dividends,
Faultfinding knowing no recital.
'Pew sitting' without a personal touch
Can result in much dejection;
Good intentions by the Church
Can be perceived as rejection.
When a person feels rejection
While searching for healing love,
He may perceive God's absence,
Though he could abide above. (Eph. 2:6)
God's love by the church shown
Will draw the hurting to hear;
Sensing God's love in His people,
Will compel them to draw near.
C. R. Solomon 4-10-09
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