If you saw a news headline that declared, "Dry bones come back to life!" you might think you were reading from a tabloid news outlet or maybe the entertainment section. You certainly would not expect it to be written by an eyewitness reporter who was on the scene when it happened. But the prophet Ezekiel … Continue reading Dry bones come back to life!
Tag: evangelism
7 Ways to Pray Evangelistically
Do you have a desire to see others come to faith in Jesus Christ? If so, then pray for them to be saved! And what should you pray? I'm glad you asked. Ephesians 6:18-20 18 Pray at all times in the Spirit with every prayer and request, and stay alert with all perseverance and intercession … Continue reading 7 Ways to Pray Evangelistically
Three Circles
One approach to explaining the gospel of Jesus is by drawing a picture commonly known as the Three Circles. Followers of Jesus around the world use this picture to help people realize the eternal difference that Jesus can make in their lives. Our world is broken, and people try many things to escape the brokenness. … Continue reading Three Circles
20-Second Testimony
The idea behind a 20-second testimony is to share a little bit about your story with someone so that you can ultimately share His story with them. The story of Jesus is what can change a person's life. Your story may be the bridge to telling the gospel story with someone who desperately needs to … Continue reading 20-Second Testimony
The Finished Work of Christ on the Cross
So many people try to work their way to heaven. They think that by working harder, being nicer, helping those in need, saying certain prayers, giving money to particular causes, and going to church services more often, that they somehow will earn the favor of God. In other words, they try to stack good deeds … Continue reading The Finished Work of Christ on the Cross
8 Years Ago in Vancouver & Whistler: My journal of life as a chaplain at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games
With today being the opening ceremonies of the 2018 Pyeonchang Winter Olympic Games, I’m remembering the opportunity the Lord opened up for me to serve as a chaplain during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games. There was so much the Lord did there in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. The Bible says this in … Continue reading 8 Years Ago in Vancouver & Whistler: My journal of life as a chaplain at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games
The impact of the gospel on your life
The gospel is good news. The gospel is good news that needs to be shared. The gospel is also the good news that changes your life. When you understand all that Jesus did for you by living a perfect life, dying for you on the cross, rising from the dead, ascending into heaven, drawing you … Continue reading The impact of the gospel on your life
What Acts 1:8 Teaches Us About Worldwide Evangelism & Missions
Jesus says: But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come on you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. (Acts 1:8) Our POWER to be a witness for Christ comes from the Holy Spirit living within us. We are … Continue reading What Acts 1:8 Teaches Us About Worldwide Evangelism & Missions
Leading Someone to Faith in Christ
Salvation is truly a gift of God's grace. Ephesians 2:8-9 For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God’s gift — not from works, so that no one can boast. Salvation is available to everyone who will put their faith and trust in Jesus: John 3:16 For God loved … Continue reading Leading Someone to Faith in Christ
Questioning Evangelism: Using Questions to Share the Good News
Evangelism can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Witnessing conversations don’t have to be awkward. You don’t have to be an expert on the Bible or theology for God to use you. You can use questions to help share the good news of Jesus Christ. It was one of the ways that Jesus and Paul shared the good … Continue reading Questioning Evangelism: Using Questions to Share the Good News