3-12 Daily in the Word

Take It into the World

by Dr. Paul Chappell

“But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ.”

Philippians 3:7–8


Take it into the world, and let people hear it.

Fritz Kreisler (1875–1962), the world-famous violinist, earned a fortune with his concerts and compositions, but he generously gave most of it away. So, when he discovered an exquisite violin on one of his trips, he wasn't able to buy it. Later, having raised enough money to meet the asking price, he returned to the seller, hoping to purchase the beautiful instrument. But to his great dismay it had been sold to a collector. Kreisler made his way to the new owner's home and offered to buy the violin. The collector said it had become his prized possession and he would not sell it. Keenly disappointed, Kreisler was about to leave when he had an idea. “Could I play the instrument once more before it is consigned to silence?” he asked. Permission was granted, and the great virtuoso filled the room with such heart-moving music that the collector's emotions were deeply stirred. “I have no right to keep that to myself,” he exclaimed. “It's yours, Mr. Kreisler. Take it into the world, and let people hear it.”

The beauty of the music touched the collector and moved him so much that he was willing to part with his most prized possession so that others would be able to share in its beautiful sound. Because he loved music, he willingly gave up the violin so that others would love it as well.

The Gospel message can be compared to the collector’s violin, not because it was old and exquisite, but because it is more effective when shared with others. Sadly, many Christians have received God’s message only to keep it to themselves. They enjoy reading about it, meditating on it, and rejoicing in the hope it gives them; but they do not share God’s message with others.

Think about Paul’s words to the Philippians in this verse, “Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ” (Philippians 3:7). He counted all things for loss so that He might win others to Christ. He was focused on getting the message out to the whole world.

As a Christian, God has given you His salvation. The day you trusted Him as your Saviour, you received eternal life and unspeakable joy! Now that you have that gift, God desires you to share that message with others. Don’t keep it to yourself, content in your salvation, but take it into the world so that others may hear.

Are you sharing the hope God has given you with others? The devil knows he cannot take your salvation from you, but he can keep you from sharing it with others. God’s desire is that you would share His message with everyone you meet. When He died on Calvary, He died for you, your neighbor, the waiter at your favorite restaurant, your complaining coworker, the impatient lady behind you at the grocery store, and everyone else you know. He died for all mankind and wants all to come to know Him.

Purpose today to share God’s message of salvation with at least one person. Hand someone a tract or take time to show them from the Bible how they can be saved. Winning the world may seem overwhelming, but when you faithfully witness each day, God will multiply your efforts.

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Daily Bible Reading
Deuteronomy 16-18 • Mark 13:1-20