DO YOU HAVE A STORY LIKE THAT?

DISCOVER YOUR STORY

Everyone has a story! Have you experienced stories of change in your life? Those moments when life totally became different? Perhaps you're currently hoping for change, and eagerly anticipating a better outcome. When Jesus is at the center of your story, things go from less than to greater than, from struggling to more alive.

As a follower of Jesus, you can invite Him to write those stories in your life all the time. Here's a simple way to capture and tell those stories with others that is concise and invitational. You can use this simple symbol - a less than sign, a cross, and a greater than sign - to signify how Jesus brought change and made things better. < ✝︎ >

  • Think about a time in your life that was “less than” what God intended for you before Jesus got involved. Begin by thinking of two words or phrases that describe life during that time. Maybe you've known him all your life, but God is always up to something! When was a time in your life when God invited you to more?

  • Then, remember when Jesus got involved! Think about the moment you pointed your life towards Jesus and made Him the center of your story.

  • Next, think of two words that describe how He is making your life “greater than” it was. Put it all together and see how things go from less than to greater than, from struggling to more alive!

  • Then comes the most important part. Open up the conversation with the question, "Do you have a story like that?" That simple question makes an intentional, safe space for the people around you to consider who Jesus is to them - a stranger to an old friend.

Can you think of a time when Jesus brought change in your life? What two simple words would describe the time before He did that? Maybe it was a time when you felt isolated or without hope, or perhaps you were angry all the time. Who are you now becoming because of Jesus? Are you now full of hope and surrounded by community? Are you becoming a more forgiving person?

When you take a moment to capture your stories of change with two words before and two words after, you can share powerful stories with others and invite them to tell their stories too. You can see what God might be up to in you and in them. These stories bring hope and point people in the direction of Jesus.

So, capture your story and remember the symbol as a reminder to collect shareable stories in your life and in the lives around you! You never know who might need to hear your story and how Jesus changes everything.

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Tina’s story

There was a time in my life when I was a people pleaser, struggling with depression. now, With Jesus, I am becoming a person with the strength to overcome pain and thrive in peace. Do you have a story like that?

JOHN’s story

There was a time in my life when I was confused. I didn't know what to do with my life. now, With Jesus, I am becoming full of joy for the first time in a while. Do you have a story like that?

COLlENe’s story

There was a time in my life when I had no purpose. now, With Jesus, I have found my purpose and my calling. I have love, peace in my heart. Do you have a story like that?

DAN’s STory

There was a time in my life when I thought I was in control. now, With Jesus, I am becoming someone who can let go and let God. Now I finally have peace. Do you have a story like that?

THere waS A TIME IN MY LIFE…

DO YOU HAVE A STORY LIKE THAT?