God’s Valentine

A woman went to her pastor and said, “I’ve been a Christian for 20 years. I’ve read books on how to win souls. I’ve memorized scripture. I’ve taken courses on how to win the lost. And yet I haven’t won one person to the Lord. Why? “The pastor’s answer surprised her. He said, “It is because your eyes are dry.” Then he went on to explain: “You have failed not for want of knowledge, but for lack of love. When you really love someone’s soul, you will care enough to weep for them.” Psalm 126: “He that goes forth weeping, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” Well, that lady went home to read the Bible and pray with a broken heart. As she prayed, her heart became strangely warmed. Her unbelieving sister came to her mind. She got up from her knees to find her sister and admitted in love, “More than anything in this world I want you to become a Christian.” That very night her sister come to know Christ. (From a sermon by Bruce Howell, “God’s Valentine” 2/9/2009)