Transformation | Guest Trevor Rubenstein

Trevor Rubenstein shares his journey from atheism and self-destruction to faith in Jesus. Raised in a Jewish home, he had no belief in God until encountering the words of Jesus in Luke 15. Now a missionary with Chosen People Ministries, he spreads the gospel among Jewish communities and beyond. Trevor highlights how God transforms individuals, cities, and nations, using biblical examples from Paul’s conversion, Jonah’s mission to Nineveh, and the spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire. He challenges believers to take evangelism seriously, emphasizing that the world needs the gospel now more than ever.

Key Themes & Scripture References:

• God Transforms Lives – 2 Corinthians 5:17 ("If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.")
• Grace and Redemption – Luke 15:11-32 (The Prodigal Son, a story that helped lead Trevor to Christ.)
• God Uses the Unlikely – Acts 9:1-20 (Paul’s radical conversion from persecutor to preacher.)
• The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel – Romans 10:9-15 ("How can they hear without someone preaching?")
• God’s Plan for Nations – Daniel 2:44 ("The God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed.")
• Supporting Israel and the Jewish People – Genesis 12:3 ("I will bless those who bless you.")

Personal Reflections & Stories:

• Trevor’s Testimony: From a rebellious, suicidal lifestyle to faith in Jesus through Scripture.
• The Story of John Newton: A former slave trader transformed by Christ.
• Paul’s Conversion: A dramatic encounter with Jesus that changed history.
• Nineveh’s Revival: The power of repentance when a city turns to God.

Notable Quotes:

• "God is in the business of transformation—changing individuals, cities, and entire nations."
• "If you want to change the world, start by sharing Jesus."
• "We can't blame the world for acting like the world, but we can blame the church for not sharing the gospel."

Application & Takeaways:

1. Recognize That God Transforms Lives – No one is beyond His reach.
2. Pray for the Lost – Intercede for non-believers and missionaries.
3. Step Out in Evangelism – Share the gospel and invite others to church.
4. Support Missions – Invest in spreading the gospel.

Scripture References Mentioned:

• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – New creations in Christ.
• Luke 15:11-32 – The Prodigal Son.
• Acts 9:1-20 – Paul’s conversion.
• Jonah 3:4-10 – Nineveh repents.
• Romans 10:9-15 – The urgency of sharing the gospel.

Keywords & Tags:

transformation, evangelism, Jewish missions, faith in Jesus, gospel impact, Paul’s conversion, Jonah and Nineveh, God’s plan for Israel

This episode reminds us that God is still in the business of transformation. Will you take part in His mission?

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