The act of evangelism is a natural expression of gratitude for the grace of God. It stems from a deep concern for those who have yet to hear the good news and a sincere desire to fulfill the great commission of spreading the gospel to the farthest corners of the earth. The Holy Spirit is the guiding force behind this noble endeavor.
Reasons for sharing one’s faith
Recognizing God’s call 2Ti 1:11 See also Isa 6:8-9; Jnh 1:1-2; Ac 22:14-15; 2Co 4:1; 1Ti 2:7
A divine compulsion 1Co 9:16-17 Also see: Jer 20:9; Am 3:8; Ac 4:20
The responsibility bestowed upon us by God. Eze 3:17-20 Also see: Eze 33:7-9; 1Co 3:10-15; 2Co 5:10-11
A desire to win the lost Ro 10:1; 1Co 9:19-23 Also see: Ac 20:19-20; Ro 1:14-15; 9:1-3; 11:14; 15:17-20; 2Co 5:20
An acknowledgment of impending judgment. Jude 23 See also Jas 5:20; 2Pe 3:9
Responding to God’s grace 2Co 5:14-15 Also see: 2Co 5:18-19; Eph 3:7; 1Ti 1:12-16
Confidence in the gospel Ro 1:16-17 Also see: Isa 55:10-11; 1Co 1:17-18; 2Co 10:4-5; 2Ti 1:8-9
God directs and guides evangelism
Divine guidance in evangelism Ac 8:26-29; 16:6-10 Also see: Ac 5:19-20; 9:10-11; 10:19-20; 11:12; 13:2; 18:9-11
God opens the door for evangelism 2Co 2:12 Also see: Ac 14:27; 1Co 16:9; Col 4:3; Rev 3:8
Areas of ministry assigned by God Gal 2:7-9 Also see: Ac 9:15
The Holy Spirit empowers evangelism
Ac 1:8 Also see: Mt 10:19-20 pp Mk 13:11 pp Lk 12:11-12; Jn 15:26-27; 1Th 1:5
Evangelism as a result of persecution
Ac 8:4-5 See also Ac 11:19-21; 13:50-51; 14:6-7; 18:2
Say this prayer: Father in heaven, Thank you for sending your Son Jesus Christ to die on the cross for the forgiveness of my sin. Lord Jesus, please forgive me for all of my sins. Come into my heart, and be my Lord and Savior. Please, help me live for you and fill me with your Holy Spirit. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.