Evangelism
Definition: The announcement, proclamation, preaching, spread the Gospel (Good News) of and about Jesus Christ (1 Cor 15:1-4; Luke, 7:22; Romans 10:14-17).
Why do we have to Evangelize?
- Warn people about sin and the consequences of sin (John 16:8, Acts 24:25, Rev 20:11-15
- Invite People to accept God’s free offer of Salvation (repentance) Acts 8:29-35; Rom 3:21-26
- It is God’s commandment or Christ’s commission to the Church to ‘tell the whole world of Christ’s coming, his death on the cross, his resurrection, and his promise to return. ‘It is every Christian’s responsibility and privilege to share the Good News wherever we go.’ Mt 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47-49; John 20:21
Methods of Evangelism
Prayer Evangelism, Key to every successful evangelism
ED Silvoso defines prayer as ‘the most tangible trace of eternity in the human heart.’ He says ‘Intercessory prayer on behalf of the felt needs of the lost is the best way to open their eyes to the light of the gospel.’
Acts 1:8, 2:42; Mark 16:20, 1 Tim 2:2
Prayers for every City or any particular place are needed to pull down territorial Demons.
OT Jonah, NT Jesus wept over Jerusalem
Miracles,
Mark 16:15; Romans 15:17-19; Acts 8 (Ministry of Philip the Evangelist)
The Holiness of God (Isa 6:3; Zechar 8:16-17; Prov 6:16-19;
Salvation through Jesus Christ
Using Gospel tracts for personal Evangelism
- Printout little booklets and leaflets with basic information about Jesus Christ (Scripture references required).e.g significance of Birth, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Personal Testimony/ witness
Outdoor Education Ministries/ Evangelism
- Fishing, Camping, Football
Door to door Evangelism
Donate/ give a gift, Bible, leaflets, offer to pray for people after your conversation,
One Household at a time
Street Evangelism
Health- Fairs, organize a community health fair where you invite delegates from various health institutions like , Pharmacists, Dentists to come and give some advices on the services they provide.
- Free immunization for Children
- Free Dental check-ups
Community Events
- Holiday related events
- After school Programs
- Disaster relief programs