QUESTION Whats the worst experience youve ever had

QUESTION… What’s the worst experience you’ve ever had of someone trying to force their beliefs on you?

Outreach & Evangelism 2 of the scariest words in Christianity? !? !

EVANGELISM OUTREACH Jesus’ “Great Commission” Jesus’ Greatest Commandment “Go and make disciples, baptising them and teaching them everything I’ve commanded you” “Love God & love your neighbour as your self” “Preaching or personally explaining about Jesus” “Showing God’s Grace in Action to all people for all of life” SHARING! CARING!

Reaching Out – Caring Jesus’ said: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. ” Matthew 5 v 14 -16 “Showing God’s Grace in Action with all people for all of life!”

Reaching Out – Caring – what it is & what it isn’t REACHING OUT ISN’T • For “Professionals” • Only for Bible experts • Only for people who have all the answers • A job, recruitment drive or a project • For Extroverts only! REACHING OUT IS • Caring • Giving time • Building friendships & community • Being ready • For every Jesus follower!

Care before you Share! • Recognise the culture • “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”! • BELONG before BELIEVE

Care before you Share! • Recognise the culture • “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”! • BELONG before BELIEVE • Respect – what are they asking for? “Let your LIGHT SHINE before men that they may SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS (1 st), and PRAISE YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN (2 nd)”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events CARING “Darling Reach out…!”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events CARING “Darling Reach out…!”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events CARING “Darling Reach out…!”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” • “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” • “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” • “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” • “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” • “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” • “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” • “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups • • CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity” “Can you help me connect with God? I need help. ”

Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” • “OPEN AIR” events • Life Groups • • CARING “Darling Reach out…!” • Welcome Woking Fun Day • “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids? ” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity” “Can you help me connect with God? I need help. ”

2 Things to Remember… Reaching Out is THE LOVE OF GOD THROUGH US • Jesus says “YOU are the light of the world”! • Reach Out / Connect / Build Community • Treat each person with care & respect • Listen! What are they asking for? People experiencing Jesus is THE WORK OF GOD IN THEM • You don’t need to “SELL” Jesus! • Relax! It’s God who’s at work! • Pray • Wait for them to open the door

RESPONSE… • If you’ve never experienced Jesus’ compassion reaching out to you – ask to receive it today • Everyone – ask God to fill us with His love for others, to see others how He sees them. • Who can I Reach Out to?