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Basic Introduction to Evangelism
Center for Leadership DevelopmentElder Saundra Cherry
July 10, 2013
Session 1 Objectives Discuss Purpose of Evangelism
Sessions Define Evangelism Define Evangelist Explain When Evangelism
Happens Discuss Why the Church Has
Been Called to Evangelize Recognize Our Example of
Evangelism
Session 1 Objectives (Cont’d)
Describe Where Evangelism is Done (4 Levels)
Describe How to Witness Describe the Great Commission Identify How We Fit in Evangelism Discuss What is Needed for Evangelism for LWCF
Discuss Call to Action
Purpose of Evangelism Sessions
To equip leaders to take an active role in being a witness for Christ both locally and globally
To train leaders to hear the voice of the Spirit to help build up the body of Christ
Purpose of Evangelism Sessions
To Become Fishers of Men: Catching People, Inviting Them to
Come, Winning Souls.
“Evangel-ism” vs. ”Evangel-ist”What’s the Difference?
’-ism’ (Greek noun suffix) – ’ismos’ and Means Roughly “the Act, State, or Theory of”
‘-ist‘(suffix) – indicates a person involved in the activity or field.
◦ ‘-Ist ‘ means someone who does something.◦ The suffix ’ist‘ connotes "one who is skilled in
something" or somebody who is involved in a particular field of study.
‘Evangel’ (prefix) – Greek root is the word “angel” which means messenger.
◦ Examples of its use are “evangel” and “archangel.”
So, What is Evangelism?
“Evangelism is an act performed by evangelists (messengers)
skilled in the activity of sharing the Good News of Jesus (the
Gospel) with others.”
Evangelism is….
Sharing the ABC’s of Salvation:A = Acknowledge/admit you are a sinner.
B = Believe in your heart that Jesus died for you.
C = Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord.
When Does Evangelism Happen?
- EVERYDAY!
- Through Windows of Opportunities
Why Evangelism?
Because God Ordains it in Scripture.
In the Old Testament
In the New Testament
In the Old Testament
In the Covenant:◦ Abraham & David ◦ The Psalms & the Prophets
Gen. 12:1-3; 2 Sam. 7:4-17; Is. 9:6-7; Matt. 1:1-17
Ps. 96:3; Ps. 22:27; Hab. 2:14
Copyright AIMS 2001
Copyright AIMS 2001
In the New Testament
In Gospels:◦ Mat.28:18-20; Mk.16:15-18;
Lk.24:46-48; Jn. 20:21
In the Pauline Epistles
Rom 1:14-161 Cor 9:16
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Who is Our Example of Evangelism?
“And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.
But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.
Then saith he unto his disciples, ‘The harvest truly [is] plenteous, but the labourers [are] few;
Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.’” Matt 9:35-38
Where Is Evangelism Done?
Acts 1:8, “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you, and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria and unto the uttermost part of the earth.”
"All evangelism is not the same.”
http://gcuc.ncf.ca/evang.html; Excerpt from C. Peter Wagner Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow , p. 197
Levels of Evangelism
E – 1: Jerusalem Same Language◦Same Culture-(Winning Those of Your Own Culture to Jesus Christ)
Neighborhood ~ Community ~ StreetPersonal ~ Prison ~ Your Hometown
Nursing Homes ~ Assisted Living Facilities
Mentoring ~ PORT ~ Foodbank
http://gcuc.ncf.ca/evang.html; Excerpt from C. Peter Wagner Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow , p. 197
E-1 Evangelism in Action
Pictures of LWCF in action
Levels of Evangelism
E – 2: Judea
(Hampton Roads, Peninsula & All Virginia Areas Beyond Newport News)◦Same Language
- Same/Similar Culture
Levels of EvangelismE – 2: Samaria Same Language
◦ Different Culture-Cultures are different from the culture of the evangelist, but only slightly different.
Similar World View
http://gcuc.ncf.ca/evang.html; Excerpt from C. Peter Wagner Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow , p. 197
E - 2 Evangelism in Action
National Day of Prayer – Todd Stadium
Newport News, VA
Levels of Evangelism
E – 3: Uttermost Parts of the Earth (Global Evangelism/Missions)
Different Language
Different Culture
Different Worldview
E - 3 Evangelism in Action
Missions Trip to India
Levels of EvangelismE – 0: [Base Camp] Winning People to Christ Who Are Already
Church Members.
Can I be in the church and not be born again or committed to Christ?
http://gcuc.ncf.ca/evang.html; Excerpt from C. Peter Wagner
Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow , p. 197
How to WitnessHey, is there anybody here that wants to hear some “Good News?”
“How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth
peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy
God reigneth!” Isaiah 52:7
Excerpt From "Evangelism's Missing Link" by John Rodham, in "Tongues of Fire" - Spring 1991,
Published By ARM A contemporary study of
how people have come to
faith in Christ reveals a
startling result.
Over 14,000 people from
various church
backgrounds were asked,
"What or who was
responsible for you
coming to Christ and
your church?"
The following is a
summary of the results:
http://gcuc.ncf.ca/evang.html
Special Need 1-2%
Walk-in 2-3%
Pastor 4-5%
Visitation 1-2%
Sunday School 4-5%
Evangelistic Crusade ½ -1%
Church Program 2-3%
Friend/Relative 75-90%
The Great Commission
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you, and, lo I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.” Matthew 28:19-20
The Great Commission and Evangelism
It is sowing seeds on various kinds of soil.
Mark 4:3-20
The Great Commission and Evangelism
It is realizing the worth of one lost sheep.
Matthew 18:12-14; Luke 15:1-7
It is being sensitive to other cultures.1 Corinthians 9:19-23
The Great Commission and Evangelism
It is sharing the ABC’s of Salvation.I John 1:9; Rom 10:9-10
The Great Commission and Evangelism
It is teaching others about the Good News of Jesus.
I Corinthians 15:1-4
The Great Commission and Evangelism
Where Do I Fit In?
LWCF“From the Seats to the Streets”
E-1; E-2
E-3 E-0
What is Needed for Evangelism for LWCF?
A Christ-Centered Life (Scriptural Foundation, Personal and Intercessory Prayer)
We Are Living Epistles – “I Have a Testimony” Proper Training Effective Leadership Qualities
(Servant Leadership; Stir Up the Gift) Communication Skills Willingness to Participate in Evangelism
Outreach Activities
What’s the Conclusion of the Whole Matter?
Our Targets for Evangelism E-1, E-2 & E-3
WAKE UP!The Alarm is Sounding
Hosea 8:1The call is clear. The need is great.We are to make disciples of all nations.
Get involved!!
Where would you be if someone did not reach out to
you?
www.clker.com
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