We are now in that time and I am very shocked and saddened at Andy Stanley.
The world makes those who are perishing feel accepted. Christians are called to be the "salt of the earth"; not the ones who make those who are enslaved to their sin feel okay about it and feel like they are in no need of rescue- feel like there is nothing wrong with them and they don't need a Savior.
Is there no one left on the earth who claims the name of Christ that feels immense sorrow about the fallen state of man and who is burdened to tell as many people as possible that there is a way of escape from God's judgment? Is there anybody?
GiovannaNicoletta wrote: “Is there no one left on the earth who claims the name of Christ that feels immense sorrow about the fallen state of man and who is burdened to tell as many people as possible that there is a way of escape from God’s judgment? Is there anybody?”
I witness when I can, but the topic doesn’t come up nearly as often as I wish. People nowadays definitely don’t discuss religion as much as when I was young, and it’s often considered impolite to broach the topic.
To tell the truth, I’m not led to simply blurt out, “Jesus saves!” to everyone I meet. Yet, I remember one time when I was taking a flight and this guy climbed on board and started handing out tracts while exclaiming his love for Christ. Perhaps he planted some seeds that day, or not. Either way, we should never be afraid to speak of our faith when given the opportunity. May the Lord grant me more opportunities to witness!