Choose three words which express how you feel about evangelism. What do those words mean to you?
Summary: The modes of evangelism is a practical way to think about the different kinds of evangelism in which your ministry can engage. When all three modes are at work, a powerful evangelistic synergy is created.
Watch CruPress Presents: Modes of Evangelism to get a basic introduction.
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Natural witness is communicating the gospel to those with whom you already have everyday relationships and interactions. A Biblical example of this is the Samaritan woman telling others in her community about what Jesus had done (John 4:28-42).
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Body witness can be the most confusing of the three. It happens as outsiders observe and experience a loving community of Christ-followers. Biblical examples of this are found throughout the book of Acts (Acts 8:5-8). People see God at work through His people, and this motivates them to come to faith.
Watch Two Movements to learn about two great examples of Body witness.
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Ministry witness is sharing the gospel with people you don’t know who are outside of your natural relationships. A Biblical example of this is Paul’s intentionality to share the gospel in Athens (Acts 17:16-18).
Watch Perspective Week to hear others share their experience using an evangelism tool called Perspective Cards.
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Wrap Up and Discuss:
Pray: In light of what we’ve discussed, how can we pray for each other right now?
Since we last met, what happened as a result of expressing Christ’s love to others?
How can you, or we, express Christ’s love to others this week?
Here are a few ideas:
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