How to Fill Your Spiritual Tank

Hello and thanks again for joining me today.  

The mechanic who diagnosed my engine problem is actually a good friend. His name is Glenn, and he uses his shop as a place to share Jesus. On more than one occasion, he has used my car to teach me a spiritual lesson. We had some great exchanges about how my “check engine” light was a succinct picture of how I need to reset my spiritual life.  

While Glenn was making sure that I had not ignored other aspects of my car’s maintenance, another customer walked into the waiting area of the shop. Glenn noticed the man’s stooped shoulders and furrowed brow and asked a simple question, “Are you okay?” That question opened the floodgates and the man’s story came pouring out.  

Glenn used the opportunity to talk about Jesus and while the man did not give his heart to Christ in that moment, the opportunity was there, and the seed was planted! I love my friend Glenn and his infectious heart for sharing Jesus. 

Can I ask you a question? Are you okay? If you are okay, I am so glad and I pray that God continues to overwhelm you with His goodness and His grace. 

However, if you are not okay, can I share with you the only answer I have found that repeatedly transforms my life? It’s Jesus. Whenever my heart is overwhelmed, or even slightly bothered ????, turning to Jesus is the answer. 

No matter what you are going through, turn to Jesus. 

When I ask Glenn why he shares his faith so freely and enthusiastically, he replied, “Because Jesus told me to and because it fills my heart with so much joy!”

Jesus, in fact, did tell us to share about Him. Matthew 28:18-20, He gives us His “Great Commission”: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28: 18-20, NIV)

Talking to another person about Christ can fill your whole spiritual tank in a matter of minutes. When you actively engage in fulfilling the Great Commission, and join with Jesus in seeking and saving the lost, God pours His blessing and His passion into your life.  

My friend, don’t miss an opportunity today to share about your relationship with Jesus.  In doing so, you will be filled with supernatural power that will bring even more joy into your life. And never forget…

You are a miracle!