Introduction

This course will focus on personal evangelism, though there will also be a section on other types of evangelistic outreaches.  It is very important for every church to actively train its members in how to reach out to the lost with the love of Jesus.  Of course, there are other forms of evangelism also, such as crusades, films, etc.  However, we cannot rely on these methods only.  God calls on each of His people to be active in spreading the Good News, and it is the responsibility of church leaders to equip them for this job.

What is Evangelism?

Evangelism is the sharing of the good news of salvation by faith in Jesus with the goal of persuading others to accept this free gift.

The Importance of Evangelism

1. Evangelism is an expression of the heart and purpose of God — God loves sinners!
2. The Father’s deep love for sinners (Isaiah 65:1-2, Jeremiah 31:3, Matt 23:37, Rom 5:7-8)
3. Jesus came to save sinners (Luke 19:10)
4. God wants everyone to be saved (2 Pet 3:9, 1 Tim 2:4)

1. Evangelism is a response to human need

“And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved” – Acts 4:12

1. Evangelism is the primary task God has assigned to the church – Matt 28:18-20;   Mk 16:16;  Acts 1:8