The FB Appeal: 16th August!!

In Acts 17:16-34 the Apostle Paul, whilst walking through Athens is grieved by the state of the nation.

The Athenians had erected an altar to "the unknown god" in efforts to appease those they may have failed to acknowledge or whom's nature had not been revealed unto them.

Amongst a wealth of idols, false gods and superstition it is clear that there was a desire in the Athenians to make a connection with that which was greater than themselves through their polytheistic belief. 

An allegory still seen in present society, evidenced in the bi-polar attitude of our world at large, many are seen to profess a religious conviction, yet manifest a contradictory lifestyle or prioritize contemporary idols in the place rightly deserving to God.

Paul's words in Acts 17, present truths both subtle and prominent. In correcting those who attempted to acknowledge the "unknown god" without coming into relationship with him, and simultaneously presented God for who he truly is, that his glory may be revealed unto them.

The relevance and importance of Paul's actions if anything, increase in a world where many whom acknowledge the existence of God have still not begun to comprehend his personage or his nature.

The FB appeal endeavors to emulate that which Paul demonstrates in Acts 17. By making use of present and available mediums to contextualise the gospel, relevantly and personally. In faith that public acknowledgement and glorification of the one true God would be met with inquisition, curiosity, ridicule and response "so that they would search for God and perhaps grope around  for him and find him, though he is   not far from each one of us." (Acts 17:27).

 On the 16th of August 2011 we will be encouraging  Christians to upload short video's and songs recorded by themselves, to write articles, notes and blog posts and change profile pictures on their facebooks in an attempt to appeal to those on their friends lists's to come to Christ.

We will be encouraging Christians to make use of their twitter accounts to evangelize to their followers, post links, change avatars and retweet the Gospel in an aim to encourage those within our reach toward the open arms of the living God. after a successful first wave of ministry and a real unity of purpose on the 16th February it is with great anticipation that we look forward to the 16th August.

The intention is not to be abrasive, but it is to be unashamed, 

search "the fb appeal" on facebook and follow @fbappeal on twitter

for more information on how to get involved please contact

Andrew at andrewshaunthomas@gmail.com

The Facebook Appeal

Riding the train to Uni today, i was challenged on the level of effectiveness i have allowed myself to have in my community, environment and in my friendship groups.
With over 1000, friends and associates on my Friends list, i can't help but be convicted over how many of them don't know Jesus as their personal saviour and how every login has been a passed opportunity to witness the power of God in their lives.

James 2:20 teaches us that faith without works are dead,

Romans 6:23 that the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life,

Let's allow our works to spread into every aspect of our lives on and offline,
and take a more direct approach in ministering to the unsaved,
I want this appeal to be an opportunity to encourage those who feel scared or intimidated by the idea of taking a stand for our faith,
For God has not given us a spirit of fear but of love power and self-control.
Let us take charge of our environments and be encouraged to take a step of faith, and believe God to work through us, not just in the event ahead, but from day to day in our lifestyles.

The appeal is simple.
on the 16th of february, upload a video of yourself, (it doesn't have to be long) addressing your facebook friends, presenting the gospel in a way that is personal to you, (maybe using a scripture, song, testimony that is of importance to you) and tag this page (the fb appeal) using the @ feature in the post along with anyone else you specifically want to hear your message,
And pray that God uses your step of faith in order to promote conversation, questions and curiosity within all that hear it, ultimately directing them to Jesus Christ.


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The FB Appeal

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