I'm so excited
right now you guys! And not because it's semi-final night on DWTS!
I have asked my friend Brooke to write a guest post on evangelism and she
agreed! Brooke is one of the best evangelists I know. I know
it is because of her genuine heart for others. She doesn't just try
to tally up converts; she builds relationships, prays like crazy, and truly cares about
people. Her "life mission is to live a life that reflects Isaiah
61." She knows what's what when it comes to evangelism you
guys. I can't wait to learn a thing or two from her over the next couple
days. I hope her words speak to you too.
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"It's by the blood of the Lamb and word of your
testimony that people are saved" (Rev 12:11) Evangelism is simple:
understand what the cross did for you and tell others how the love of Jesus
changed your life! Evangelism isn't about you as a
Christian earning your way to heaven, but rather sharing the heart of the
Father with those who aren't aware of His goodness.
BUT, I've heard a lot of Christians have
a defeated mentality, "Oh Jesus help us, we're no good sinners -have mercy
on us, as we try to make it through this life, so we might finally be with
you" -?! No wonder no one's coming to church...
To minister the heart of God rightly you
have to understand your identity and what God says about you:
Child of God (Romans 8:14-15)
Royalty (1 Peter 2:9)Friend of God (John 15:15)
Welcome in His house (Eph 2:19)
Once you're walking in the truth the
world will be your pulpit. Peace and love overflow and people will notice and
they'll come to YOU asking you what it is you have, in which case you have an
open door to talk about Jesus freely to a willing audience!
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Tomorrow and the
next day, I'll put up posts by Brooke that cover some obstacles we encounter
doing evangelical outreach and how to go about the whole intimidating thing!
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