Will Evangelism Suffer as a Result of the Haggard Scandal?

“There is no revival apart from repentance. That’s not a popular
message. It’s not an easy message, but it’s the only message that
brings about an outpouring of the Spirit of God and it’s that
outpouring of the Spirit of God is our only hope as a nation today.”

That quote comes from a story on the “Christian Today” web site.  The full text of the story can be found by CLICKING HERE.

I’m so glad our God is so much bigger than all of this.  The local media in Denver has been relentless surrounding the events of the past week.  I mentioned last week that for so many of us, life goes on and the pronouncement of the gospel continues.  Already, I’ve had the chance to witness as a result of all of this.  While enjoying some coffee in a bookstore, an aquaintence stopped me to ask about my take on all of this.  We had discussed faith before but I’m sure this person wanted to see my reaction.  I simply stated that Haggard was a man, and one that needs healing and prayer.  We all do.  I mentioned Romans 5:8 and told the individual that God loved us while we yet sinners and that through true repentance, we can be restored.

Living a life for Christ requires that our lives be put under a microscope at some point.  I’ve made my share of mistakes as I know each of you has.  Being honest about the struggles and joyous about the victories is the best way to share the truth of the gospel with a doubting individual.  I pray that my witness, however flawed, struck a chord in this person’s heart.