Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter 3:15

Devotion

When we hear the word “preach,” we often picture a pastor at the pulpit on Sunday mornings. However, that’s not always what the word conveys. It means to teach, but by proclamation – to deliver a message with gravity and authority. Strong’s Concordance defines it as being a “public crier,” which implies that you believe in a message so deeply you want everyone within earshot to hear it.

Because we believe in the message of Jesus Christ, all of us who bear his name are heralds for the gospel. Paul encourages us to share the gospel whether it is convenient (in season) or inconvenient (out of season). We, as believers, must always be ready to be heralds for the gospel anytime.

Anytime can look different for each person. It could be at lunch with your coworkers, the ball field with your children, running errands, talking to your neighbors. There is no prescribed moment for us to share the Gospel – it is available at every hour, every minute of the day.

A Personal Prayer

Ask God for boldness and patience in sharing the Gospel whenever opportunities arise. Thank Him for the freedom to share His truth with friends and neighbors and seek His guidance to recognize moments in your community where you can speak of His love and salvation.

Pray for Our Community: Brentwood Baptist Disaster Response Team & Tennessee Baptist Disaster Relief

The Disaster Response ministry of Brentwood Baptist Church, in partnership with Tennessee Baptist Disaster Relief, brings practical assistance and hope to communities affected by crises. Locally and beyond, these teams respond to disasters like tornadoes, floods, and hurricanes, providing debris removal, temporary roofing, and home rebuilding, all while embodying the heart of Jesus.

Pray for God’s protection, strength, and wisdom for volunteers as they work in challenging conditions, offering both physical and spiritual support.

Ask God to inspire readiness among Brentwood Baptist members, equipping them to respond “anytime” with the love of Jesus to those in need.

Pray that each volunteer interaction would open doors for gospel conversations, drawing people closer to Christ through the love they encounter.

Prayer for the Nations: Global Worker, Forrest Smith

Forrest Smith serves as a global worker in Paris, France, engaging people with the whole gospel of Jesus Christ. Through partnerships with national organizations like Imagodei and his local church, Église Connexion, Forrest shares the teachings of Jesus in a culturally relevant way, using guided tours to connect with those who may be skeptical about faith.

Pray for God’s Spirit to soften the hearts of Parisians, opening them to His message.

Ask God to bless Église Connexion as they seek to grow and serve their community with love.

Pray that Forrest’s guided tours would create opportunities for meaningful conversations about Jesus.