Evangelism

Living Out Our Faith

Evangelism. 

1. What is evangelism? 

   1. The Greek word euaggelion literally means “good news.” Biblically speaking it is specifically in reference to the gospel. Used 76 times in the NT. 

   2. The Greek word euaggelistés refers to evangelists, those who bring good news. Used 3 times in the NT. 

   3. The Greek word euaggelizó refers to the action of sharing good news. Used 54 times in the NT. 

2. Why should we evangelize?

   1. God has decreed that it is the Gospel which He will use to call forth His people. Evangelism is the means that God has decreed, this is the only reason we should ever expect any success in doing so. 

      1. 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Timothy 4:5, John 14:6, Mark 16:15, 1 Corinthians 1:17, Matthew 9:35-38, Romans 10:17. 

3. To The Ends of The Earth: Passion 2022 - Session 2. 

   1. Sermon by David Platt, one of if not the best sermon I’ve ever heard, especially in terms of preaching on evangelism. 

4. Resources: 

   1. Evangelism desiringGod.

   2. Matthew Chapter 28 Enduring Word. 

   3. Biblical Evangelism The Gospel Coalition. 

   4. Why should I evangelize?  Got Questions. 

   5. To the Ends of the Earth by RC Sproul Ligonier.  

   6. Why is so much of the world still unevangelized? GQ.  

   7. Is it biblical to ask Jesus into your heart? GQ. 

   8. Calvinism: Why Evangelize? Voddie Baucham. 

   9. Passion 2022 - Session 2 David Platt. 

   10. Could Calvinism be a stumbling block to the spread of the gospel of Christ? GQ. 

   11. How Much Do You Have to Hate Somebody to Not Proselytize? TGC.  

   12. Strong's Greek: 2098. εὐαγγέλιον (euaggelion) -- good news Bible Hub. 

   13. Strong's Greek: 2099. εὐαγγελιστής (euaggelistés) -- an evangelist BH.  

   14. Strong's Greek: 2097. εὐαγγελίζω (euaggelizó) -- to announce good news BH.