“EVANGELISM”

• εὐαγγέλιον- is a combination of two greek words “good”=“eu” and “message/r” “angelos”.

• when we evangelize we are bringing forth the gospel message, we are messengers of the good news.

Much we could consider:

• The importance of a soul• Effective methods of evangelism• Biblical examples found in the Bible• Effective material for evangelism• The time it takes for evangelism

TAKING TIME TO EVANGELIZE

Quick responses to the gospel

• With many seemingly instantaneous responses perhaps we forget:– The quick conversions mostly involved

Jews–Many had been aware of Jesus during

his three years of ministry– They were further taught by inspired

men who performed miracles– They experienced incredible efforts to

teach– This just isn’t always the case

Many examples show that it takes time:

• Saul– Acts 7, 8

• Acts 19:8-10– Not a one shot deal

• Nicodemas– John 3, 7, 19

• Jesus’ own brothers– John 7:5; Mark 3

Time needed for discipleship

• The 12 apostles– They have misunderstandings and have

faith that needs to grow• In feeding the thousands• In understanding Jesus as the Messiah• In regard to the resurrection

• The churches of the epistles– The have misunderstandings about

everything. They need to be taught again!

Applications:

• Be patient with others:– In evangelism– In discipleship

• Don’t burn bridges– Keep doors open

• Be patient with yourself:– Don’t get discouraged when you don’t get it

right away. Keep trying!!!– As long you ultimately get it, that’s what

matters!