Battle Log

On Friday night at the Gold Coast, as usual many wonderful conversations were had. It is a real privilege to be able to go to locations that have hundreds of people around who aren't really in a hurry or a rush to be somewhere. This leads to a very fruitful time of Gospel conversations.

The reason there was no video this week is actually because the videographer ended up in two back to back conversations that lasted almost two and a half hours! Praise God for allowing lengthy and in depth conversations.

Some notable conversations were had with Aziz, Rohan and a pair David and Tiago.

Aziz was a well educated man that sadly was also very proud. He had many ideas about this world but at times was unwilling to even hear out and explanation because he had made assumptions before the answer was heard. This was a common occurrence. He heard many things that God had said, done or promised but Aziz would just continually brush things off, simply because he disagreed with them.

Many people have heard of the "elephant" explanation for knowing truth (see picture). Aziz kept assuming that somehow (even though he was limited by his humanity to only knowing a sliver of things that are true), that he somehow was the one standing back looking at all of the other people foolishly misunderstanding that it was obviously an elephant.

It was pointed out to Aziz on numerous occasions that his real problem wasn't intellectual, it was theological. He didn't want there to be a God because he wanted to be in charge. Aziz, heard the Gospel clearly on a number of occasions and was left to ponder God's command to repent and believe. He was also given a Bible which he said he would read.

Another conversation was had with Rohan that was quite similar. Except Rohan was a Baha'i. He was in the same boat. He would happily agree with most things said. But at the moment something was said that he disagreed with, he would declare that the Bible was false and unreliable. Rohan, had the delusion of grandeur. He was so sure, that he knew all that was true, despite many issues with his system being pointed out.

Sadly Rohan, left, too proud to admit that he was a sinner. To self-reliant to admit that he was rebellious against God and needed God to save him.

Please be praying that Rohan would read the tract and that God would turn his hard heart into a believing heart.

A final slightly challenging conversation was had with two young men who were tourists. English was their second language but the conversation flowed well. It was found out that David was a Christian, who knew the Gospel but the hard part was that this fellow made it a real challenge for his friend Tiago to hear the Gospel and to feel the sting.

At every turn David would interject almost spoiling the "surprise" for Tiago and even at moments he was trying to lessen the direct importance of the call to repent and believe (saying it was too strong, even though it was true). It wasn't that David disbelieved but he sincerely didn't want his friend to trust Jesus out of a fear of Hell, rather than a love for God.

Thankfully after a lengthy conversation the guys parted ways, Tiago being left to choose, salvation in Christ or damnation in self and David was encouraged to pray for him and to open up times to read the Bible together.

Please be praying for these two, that on the basis of a common salvation that could begin a friendship that would last an eternity.
 

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Hear two team members, sharing about conversation they had this past Friday.

Matt had a serious chat with a man who was hoping that he would be okay before God on judgement day because his father is a priest. It was stressed and explained that only those in Christ, purchased by His blood are right before God.

George had a really encouraging conversation with a couple, who at first were "offended" even by the thought of talking about the Bible but through gentle words, the common desire for truth and the softening of the heart by the Spirit, George was able to have a lengthy and impactful conversation!

Please be praying for these conversations and also keep all those who receieved tracts, were spoken to or were asked a question to ponder, that God would use these events to bring about His glory, however He desires!

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On Friday night at the Gold Coast there was a large team out (even despite some regulars missing). This team even included TWO first timers, who had been saved and baptised in the last month!

Next week this could be you! What is stopping you from joining a local team?

Hear Dan share about the encouragement he has had from studying the Bible to be able to better answer questions.

Hear another team member share about his first ever Gospel conversation!

Hear Mark share about a man named Noah, who he shared the Gospel with.

Please be praying for those who were spoken to and even consider asking God to give you the boldness to join the team sometime! Even that it would become part of your regular week.

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This evening with the rain, there was a worry that few people would be out in Surfers Paradise but God bought along many people to hear His glorious Gospel!

Hear Mark share about a conversation with a German man who understood the Gospel and was interested in finding out more.

Hear Harry share about a conversation with a young couple who had never heard the Gospel before, spoke for almost thirty minutes and also wanted to know more.

Lastly, hear Matt share about a conversation he had with Vinnie, a man he had spoken to years prior in Woodridge. Hear how Vinnie had been thinking about it seriously and wanted to head along to a local Church!

Please be praying for the people in these conversations as well as the many more that took place tonight!

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On Friday night as the team headed to the Gold Coast there were some extra team members that joined us. They had flown in from other places (New Zealand and Adelaide).

Hear Glen share about a conversation he and Andy had with some young guys.

Hear Chris share about the blessing the night was and hear Gloria praising God for a conversation she had with a young man, she took through the flip chart!

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Hear Miguel share about a surprising conversation he had with a child, who listened intently while his mother heard the Gospel.

Hear Matt share about a conversation with two New Zealanders who heard the Gospel, whilst visitng Australia.

Hear Craig share about the encouraging night he had, including a conversation with adult twins.

May this video encourage you and spur you on to declare God's glory to the nations!

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This evening hear Natalie share how she is encouraged that so many people are willing to talk about eternity.

Hear Ryan share about a conversation he had with two Indian men, and how he encouraged them to count the cost, to trust in Jesus Christ as more important than family.

Hear Ryan share about a conversation he had with a young lady, who wanted to remain in darkness.

Please be praying for those spoken to, over the course of the outreach that they may come to a saving knowledge of Christ.

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Hear Ben share how his consistent attendance has enabled him to be bolder in his reliance on the Holy Spirit and as a result he is having many more conversations when he comes out.

Hear Anthony share about a conversation with a Muslim, where he explained the Gospel and encouraged him to trust in Jesus for salvation.

Be encouraged hearing another team member share about a conversation he had with a Mormon preacher, who seemed quite content to just agree that "Christians and Mormons beleive the same thing".

Please be praying for these conversations, knowing that it is God who works in the hearts of those whom He has called. Please also consider joining us one day and see how you can be used for the building of God's Kingdom!

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The team had a wonderful night on the Gold Coast last night. Hear Natalie share about a Christian couple who realised the importance of Jesus' sacrifice for the first time. And hear Trevor share, using the flip chart, with a couple who had no idea what Jesus came to accomplish but soon learnt and desired to know more!

 

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Hear how the team were able to engage with a young man who had some Christian background but had slowly drifted into sin and with a couple who believed that all beliefs were equally true.

If you are interested in joining or praying for a local team, feel free to private message us for details! We would love to see you out with us! https://www.operation513.com/street-evangelism-teams/

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