In this message, Elder Dave Hackley continues the focus on the gospel by asking what motivates believers to share it with others. Rather than relying on guilt, pressure, or numbers, he points us back to Jesus—His death, righteousness, reconciliation, and the new life He gives.

Key themes: 
-The love of Christ compels us to no longer live for ourselves.
 
-Because of Christ’s work on the cross, our sin is credited to Him and His righteousness is credited to us. 

-God reconciles sinners to Himself through Jesus; we cannot reconcile ourselves. 

-Believers are made new creations with a new perspective and a new mission. 

-We are ambassadors for Christ, entrusted with the message of reconciliation. 

-Our motivation for evangelism comes from treasuring Christ and giving Him glory.

Scripture to Read:

Main Scripture Passage 
   - 2 Corinthians 5:11–21 

Supporting Scripture Passage 
   - Ephesians 2:11–19 

Application Scripture Passage 
   - Colossians 1:21–22 

Questions to consider: 
- Am I motivated to share the gospel by love for Christ and others, or by fear and obligation?  

- How does remembering that Christ reconciled me to God change the way I see unbelievers?  

- Who in my life needs to hear the message of reconciliation?