Most official hunting seasons are over and fishing season hasn’t begun. This is, to the sadness of many guys since it means no more excitement for a bit. I know a couple men who appear to “live” for hunting and fishing. It is their joy and passion. Of course there are a few who need the meat to supplement feeding the family, but for most, it is simply the excitement/passion of the hunt. Hunting and fishing can be expensive and time consuming, but the gleam in their eyes and the smile on their face when they talk about it, shows it is worth it. Soon however, the thrill of the trophy animal hunt (or fishing) fades unless there is something dead, stuffed and mounted, hanging above the fireplace. So they are out, after it, again.

Consider for a moment channeling that passion, investment, and skill into hunting/fishing for men. These men would quickly find the earthly excitement of the “kill” pales compared to a heavenly joy that is beyond understanding of seeing new life in Christ. Oh brothers, if they could see their longed-for physical hunting trip is nothing compared to seeing a new believer experiencing the joy of the Lord.

Here is a personal example from a few minutes ago. We had to run to Walmart to pick up a few things. While walking in, I cast a couple of lures, but no bites. Then I saw two cult missionaries walking toward me. I greeted them, and we began talking. They were incredibly nice young men, committed to their cause. I am sure we each had a goal in mind for our conversation. They listened politely as I pleaded with them to get into God’s Word and seek Who Jesus is and what He says about salvation. My only goal/hope was to simply put a rock in their shoe of something they might give further consideration to. That is the my joy and passion. Why not give it a try?

My brothers, hunting-and-fishing-for-the-souls-of-men season is open year round. “And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19). On top of that, your involvement pleases your Lord and Savior.