Read Luke 19:20-40

Sometimes on a rainy day, children are forced to play inside. As they get more and more rowdy, their parents may ask them to use their “inside voices” or to play the “quiet game” in order to keep them from getting too loud. That’s the thing about children, they can’t help being loud and boisterous when they are having fun.

As Jesus approached Jerusalem, many of His followers lined the roads shouting and praising God for the coming of their conquering king. Fearing punishment from the Romans who were occupying the city, the religious leaders urged Jesus to quiet his disciples and the crowd. Jesus understood that the joy that comes from His transforming love is not easily contained.

He replied to the leaders in Luke 19:40…

“I tell you,” He replied, “if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.”

Today, far too many Christians play the quiet game when it comes to sharing the hope they have in Jesus with others. Fear of rejection and the unknown paralyze many from being able to be bold in living out their faith. But the love of Jesus is not a secret to be kept!!!

What would it look like for you to be bold and share your faith with others?

What is the main thing that holds you back from telling others about the hope you have in Jesus?

Dear God, to give me the courage to be bold in telling others about the amazing life I have in Jesus!! In Jesus’ name, amen.

(This devotion first appeared in the periodical Take 5 Plus.)