Lent Day 39, Saturday, March 23, 2024

“Invite Someone to Church”

Here it is!  The Lenten Challenge you’ve been eagerly anticipating is finally here!  Today’s Challenge is to invite someone to attend Church, Chapel, or Synagogue. 

No, you don’t have to pick them up.  They don’t even have to ride with you, although that would be the best way to complete this task.  Instead, all anyone is required to do is to invite someone to church.  The person we invite can be anyone, including if someone wants to invite the pastor to their own church.  Since you know the pastors will be attending, it’s a good bet that they’ll accept your invitation.

Inviting someone to church is really easy for some people and extremely difficult for others.  It’s one of those things that all of us should do on a regular basis, but especially this time of year.  Churches of all varieties will be on their best behavior for Easter, Passover, and springtime.  Some of the best sermons and music are sure to be included in worship these next few weeks as church staff and volunteers have been preparing for months.

If you are among those who have a fear of inviting someone to church, take a deep breath.  Did you know that 80% of adults respond that they would attend church if they were invited by a friend or acquaintance?  Contrary to what we might think, most adults will go if they are invited.  It does help if you offer to meet them there.  It also helps if you offer to pick them up or ride with them.  Offering a meal beforehand or afterward also helps, but most people don’t need a bribe.  Instead, most people just need an invitation.

This weekend, invite someone to your church, chapel, or synagogue.  Look at your church’s schedule of upcoming services (you will have plenty from which to choose) so that you’re familiar with the days and times. 

Looking for a reason to invite someone?  Here’s your chance!  Invite someone to your Church and let God do the rest!

“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’”  (Psalm 122:1, ESV)