Faith Evangelism

 

    If you are a Christians, then you have been commanded by God to go out and make disciples.  That means that evangelism is to be a part of your life.  That does not mean you have to be a minister, pastor, or anyone like that.  This evangelism is the fact that you love God so much that you are compelled to live your life with Him in it and to tell people about Him.  If you lead someone to Jesus, then you stay with them to make sure they are trained Biblically and not worldly in what the Bible says.

    You need strong faith to deal with opposition.  The more you stand in your faith the more opposition you will face from the world.  Do not let it stop you from teaching the people who want to know about Jesus who He is.  Disciple them so well that you know when they go out into the world that they are prepared.

    Church is where believers come together for this purpose.  That way no one is working alone.  Iron sharpens iron.  Make sure you are a member of a church that focuses on Jesus and the command to make disciples.  The goal should to reach spiritually lost people in your community.  

    Be open to look at things differently and develop a new perspective.  When you read the Great Commission what do you envision?  Has God already given you an inspiration for how to reach people: coffee shop, visitation, small groups, book club, sports, hiking, singles ministry for older adults?  There is so many ways to incorporate evangelism in your life.

    Your Christian lifestyle needs you to be around other Christians.  You really need to have a couple of people of the same sex that are stronger in their faith than you to help you become stronger.  You need to do Bible study, prayer, and fellowship with other believers.  

    Here is where most of us have to change.  It needs to be seven days a week.  That does not mean we need to meet everyday.  A short call, email, or text would suffice.  It is about staying connected and making sure the world does not influence you more than God's people.

    When you have Biblical friendships like this, then you are prepared to talk to anyone who is not a believer.  You have support, help, and prayer warriors backing you.  How can people know how to pray for you if they don't know what is going on in your life?  

    These evangelical friendships will also help you draw people into the church.  These are the relationships that people are craving for.  They may not know or understand how to have them, but everyone needs friendships that are loyal, honest, and hold each other accountable.      

Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 16:15-20, Luke 19:1-10, John 20:19-23, Acts 1:6-8, 2 Timothy 2:1-2, & 1 Peter 3:13-17