Spreading the Gospel in the Digital Age
In today’s world, social media is more than just a platform to watch your favorite TV shows, the news, or connecting with friends. It can be used as a powerful tool for sharing messages and making an impact. As a Campus Missionary, you have the incredible opportunity to spread the message of Jesus, especially in schools where many young people may not otherwise hear the Gospel. With billions of active users, social media is one of the most influential spaces in modern culture, and as Christians, we can harness it for good, shining the light of Jesus in the digital world.
Biblical Truth for Sharing the Gospel
Scripture encourages believers to share their faith and spread the Good News. The Great Commission, in Matthew 28:19-20, calls us to go and make disciples of all nations. While this command was given to the disciples, it extends to us today in every circumstance. This includes the digital space. We can share the Gospel through various forms of social media, whether it's sharing Bible verses, testimonies, or words of encouragement. In Romans 1:16, Paul says, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile." This verse reminds us that the message of Jesus has transformative power, and we should never be ashamed to share it, even on social platforms. Psalm 96:3 says, "Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples." Social media opens up a global audience, allowing believers to declare God's glory to people they might never meet in person. In this sense, social media has become a modern-day "mission field."
How Social Media Can Be Used to Share Jesus in Schools
Share Scripture: Posting Bible verses is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to spread God's Word. Whether through a post, story, or a short video, a scripture can bring comfort, hope, and encouragement to a student who might be struggling. Verses like Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans / have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future," can resonate with a teenager facing challenges at school.
Live Your Faith: Social media allows you to live out your faith in a public way. Your posts, photos, and videos can reflect Christ's love and kindness, whether you're posting about your favorite Bible study, a church event, or simply sharing your personal testimony. When others see the joy and peace that Jesus has brought to your life, it may spark curiosity and open the door for deeper conversations.
Share Personal Testimonies: A personal testimony is a powerful tool for connecting with others. Students may be dealing with loneliness, doubt, or anxiety issues that many of us can relate to. Sharing how Jesus has changed your life or how you've experienced His love and forgiveness can speak directly to the hearts of students who need to hear that message.
Create Uplifting Content: Whether it's a meme, a quote, or a short devotional, the content you share can be a reflection of God's truth and love. In a world full of negativity, your posts can be a beacon of light that uplifts and inspires others to think about things that are good and pure, as instructed in Philippians 4:8: "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think bout such things."
Social media is a tool that can be used for good, even in a school setting. By following the example set in Scripture and using social platforms to spread the message of Jesus, we can reach students with the transformative power of the Gospel. Whether through sharing Bible verses, personal stories, or simply offering prayer, the world is ripe with opportunities to share Christ's love. Let's take advantage of this unique mission field and make an impact, one post at a time.
As 1 Peter 3:15 encourages us, “But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you."
The hope we have in Christ is something worth sharing on every platform, to everyone we can reach.”
-Aleysha Santiago
