I knew that I had a teaching gift long before I knew anything (really) about the Bible. I accidentally volunteered to lead a Bible study group once, when I very much considered myself to be a baby Christian! That is a story for another day perhaps…
I had been praying about how I might get an opportunity to teach a Bible message. And the Lord answered in a clear way.
While I was at university (during this time), I attended the Christian Union meetings. I often arrived early to help set up chairs and whatever else needed doing. On this one occasion, the man scheduled to come and speak to the group had unfortunately had to cancel at the last minute.
I remember vividly the look on the organiser’s face as she said, “What are we going to do! We’ve got X number of people coming!” I say “X” because I really do not remember how many were coming!
In a small voice, I said, “I can speak, if you want me to…” About what, I had little idea! “Would you!” She asked excitedly. “Sure,” I said, excitement growing inside of me. In that moment, I knew that this had been my answer to prayer and that this was the opportunity God had blessed me with.
Grabbing a Bible, reviewing the passage, and praying as much as I could with what time I had, I “prepared”.
The crowd gathered and I stood up to speak. This is when the miracle happened… words came out! And they were not wholly nonsensical, as I recall!
I often think of this verse, when I remember that night:
For the Holy Spirit will teach you in that same hour what you must say.”
Luke 12:12 (WEB)
He certainly did that evening!
I’m pleased to report it was the first of many times God would give me the privilege of speaking to a group of Christians about His amazing Word. Mostly, I am slightly more prepared than that first time!
I praise and thank God He was in charge that night, and indeed – every night!
For the Holy Spirit will teach you in that same hour what you must say – Luke12:12 #Bible #Jesus #Christianity
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