7.5 Our Witness of Jesus
Our Testimony – Faith Strengthened by History and Experience
What do we have today that people in Jesus’ time did not, which should help us believe? See, for example, Matthew 24:2, 14; 24:6–8.
The testimony about Jesus is as powerful and important today as it was during His time on earth. John describes the miracles and deeds of Jesus not only to demonstrate His power but also to invite us to believe for ourselves and experience life in His name. Even though we did not witness the miracles with our own eyes, there are many reasons to believe in Jesus: the fulfilled prophecies, the spread of the gospel, and the ongoing work of God in the world and in our lives.
We live in a time where we can see the big picture. The scriptures and the fulfillment of biblical prophecies, such as the spread of the gospel or the challenges in the world, provide us with a strong foundation for our faith. Today, we can recognize the work of Jesus—not only in accounts of past miracles but also in the way His message has endured through the centuries, bringing hope and healing to people everywhere.
Our own testimony about Jesus may seem simple compared to the dramatic miracles in the Gospel of John. However, if we have experienced how Jesus gives us hope, forgiveness, and peace in our lives, that is a powerful testimony. It is not about the magnitude of the miracle but about the authenticity of our encounter with Jesus. Each of us can share this experience in our own way—whether through words, actions, or simply by living a life of faith that gives hope to those around us.
Our testimony about Jesus is a living sign that His message is timeless and powerful because it continues to change lives to this day.
The testimony about Jesus has a profound connection to our everyday life and faith because it shows us that faith is not solely based on historical miracles but on the daily experience of His presence and faithfulness. Unlike the people in Jesus’ time, we today can look back at the entire history of the gospel, recognize the fulfilled prophecies, and see how the message of Jesus has transformed the world. This strengthens our faith because it shows us that God’s work is alive and ongoing.
In our daily lives, our testimony about Jesus is often subtle and is expressed in the small but consistent experiences of comfort, hope, and forgiveness that we receive through Him. These encounters may seem insignificant, but they carry enormous power. By sharing these experiences with others or simply living a life of love and trust, we demonstrate that Jesus is more than a historical event—He is a living God who is still at work today.
The fulfillment of biblical prophecies and the continuity of faith through the centuries invite us to trust even in difficult times. Our testimony is not only expressed through words but also through our behavior and how we handle life’s challenges. Just as people in the past came to faith through miracles, we too can be strengthened today through our own testimony and the testimony of others that God is real and that His love remains steadfast.
Our everyday testimony, whether through lived faith, prayer, or words, becomes a light for others and a living expression of the hope and healing that Jesus provides. We are invited to show through our lives that His peace, forgiveness, and joy are accessible to everyone—and that He continues to transform lives today.
