Evangelism AUDITORIUM CLASS 8 12 2018 Evangelism Inviting

Evangelism AUDITORIUM CLASS, 8. 12. 2018

Evangelism: Inviting others—through godly lives and wise words—to become disciples of Jesus. Four C’s of Evangelism CARE CONSCIOUSNESS COURAGE CRAFT

Goal of the class: To grow in our care and consciousness of lost souls and our courage and craft in interacting and influencing them.

Objectives: Memorize two passages of scripture that describes Biblical evangelism. Summarize two stories of Jesus and the evangelistic lessons we learn from them. Summarize two stories from Acts and the evangelistic lessons we learn. Recall the four C’s of Evangelism. Name five people in our church converted as adults (and tell their basic story).

Objectives: Identify your primary role(s) in the evangelistic work of the congregation. Make a list of three people in your life that you want to invite to follow Jesus. Identify three ways (besides church) we can expose people to the word of God. Explain (with Biblical support) why a ‘numbers’ approach to evangelism is wrong. Identify the opportunities (and dangers) of social media in relation to evangelism.

Courage in Evangelism Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. (1 Peter 4: 12 -13)

Courage in Evangelism Imagine a situation in which I am afraid to say something to an unbeliever. What is it (specifically) that I fear?

Courage in Evangelism How do I overcome fear? Acknowledge the fear Speak truth to self Share with others Doing Pray

Courage in Evangelism Acts 4: 29 -31 Acts 18: 9 (23: 11) Ephesians 6: 18 -20

Evangelism AUDITORIUM CLASS, SUMMER 2018