Proverbs 11:30(KJV)
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.
From the Scriptures, we discover that soul-winning is one of the most profitable Kingdom stewardship endeavors because it covers all we will ever need. It empowers believers for dominion and unspeakable joy. The wisdom part is that soul winning opens the door for many blessings. The call to win souls for the Kingdom is for all believers and not limited only to preachers. Everyone genuinely saved has been called to serve and win souls for Christ. So, every child of God must fulfill soul-winning requirements. It begins with fishing for the souls of men, for it pleases God when a sinner turns back from their sin and gives their life totally to Him. Apostle Paul said in 1 Corinthians 9:16, “Woe is me if I preach not the gospel.” Soul-winning is a very crucial aspect of dedicated Christianity. It is impossible for Christians to be confirmed as dedicated if they are not interested in winning souls for Christ. John 15:16 says, “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.” Being fruitful provokes the Father to grant us answers when we ask the Father in the Name of Jesus will be granted.
There’s no better way to express our love for Jesus Christ than to win souls for Him. Soul-winning is one of the shortest routes to receiving answers to our prayers. When we make ourselves and resources available for soul-winning, God makes available for us what we did not ask for. However, many do not realize the blessings accompanying the great mission of soul-winning. It is interesting to note that after Peter surrendered his boat for God’s use, Jesus Christ did not wait for Peter to ask for a miracle; He just went ahead and granted Peter what he did not ask or bargained for a great catch of fish that filled two boats(Luke 5:1-7). If He could do it for Peter, He will also do it for us when we table our requests after we have yielded ourselves to soul-winning. Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all and followed thee. And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left houses, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the Kingdom of God’s sake, Who shall not receive manifold more in this present time, and in the world to come life everlasting(Luke 18:28-30). It confirms that every investment made towards Kingdom advancement in terms of time, energy, and resources entitles us to a hundred-fold more in this present time and the world to come to life everlasting.
Beloved, to serve in the Kingdom of Christ begins with fishing for the souls of men. You must be willing and obedient to win souls for Christ. The greatest thing you can give anyone is not money, a car, or a house but salvation because it guarantees other things. No matter where you are, who you are, and what you do, make soul-winning your lifestyle. Take soul-winning as a personal responsibility. Today, be wise, save a soul, and enjoy the blessings of soul-winning. Are you born again? If you are not, this is an opportunity to do so. Say this prayer: “Lord Jesus, I come to You today. I am a sinner. Forgive me, my sins. Cleanse me with Your precious Blood. Today, I accept You as my Lord and personal Savior. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me! Now I know I am born again!” Remember, having personal happiness is as simple as winning souls for Heaven.
O Lord, grant me the grace to make myself and my resources available for soul-winning in Jesus’ Name.