Evangelism and Spiritual Warfare, Mentor's Guide, MG08

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8. Why is public evangelism so important for sharing the Good News? Give at least four biblical reasons. 9. What is the difference between having the gift of evangelism and doing the work of an evangelist? Why should we ask God to provide us with those who possess the gift of evangelism and well as provide all of us with a zeal to evangelize ? 10. What is an oikos , and why is this concept so important for urban evangelism? 11. How should the idea of oikos influence our planning and programming as we seek to win our urban communities with the Gospel of Christ? This lesson focuses upon both the kind of character and methods of communication that are most effective in sharing the Good News in urban communities. An evangelistic program or outreach that is staffed by credible disciples of Jesus who can share their own testimonies both privately and publicly with power and clarity is the kind that will see great results before the Lord. In the end, all fruit comes from the Lord (1 Cor. 3.7 - So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth.) The best we can do is to become the kinds of vessels whom the Holy Spirit can use when and where he wills to proclaim the good news of God’s deliverance in our neighborhoods. Some of the critical ideas for this lesson include: Our lifestyle and conduct must match up with and back up our language and testimonies as we share the Good News in urban communities. Evangelism is not only what we say but who we are and what we do . The credibility we need to speak persuasively of the Lord Jesus in our communities must be rooted in solid character and genuine spirituality. To evangelize is to live a life that displays the beauty of the Lord, i.e., becoming a certain kind of person whose life communicates the power of the Gospel alongside our words and presentations. We prove our faithfulness in witness by our relationship with God, with our family, and with outsiders.

Summary of Key Concepts

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