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Evangelism and your story | S1:E9

Episode Summary

How do we share our stories with others? How do we practically walk out evangelism in an often scary society? Following Jesus takes courage, but talking to others about Him doesn't have to be intimidating. Today, we sit down with K2 to talk about how we can practically share our stories as Christians and love others as Jesus has loved us.

Episode Notes

EVERYDAY DISCIPLES S1:E9

Following the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. “And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” - Mark 1:17

SHOW NOTES

Welcome back to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we discuss what it means to follow the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day.  This month, we are talking about what it means to be good stewards or our time, our talent, and our treasures. Today, our host Andrew is joined by Co-host Ruth and our guest, K2 Nelson, as we talk about the importance of our stories. 

 

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO SHARE OUR FAITH

Looking at the story of the man who was delivered from being possessed by a legion of demons in Mark 5:1-20. We see that this man was turned away by Jesus and given a calling to tell his friends of how much the Lord had done for him. We are called to share our faith and point to our hope in Jesus. This man knew what Jesus had done for him and had a story to share. We all have a story to share about what Jesus has done in our lives and for us. 

 

HOW CAN WE SHARE OUR FAITH

We have all experienced something good: a meal, a book, a cup of coffee that we wanted to share with others, almost to the point where we couldn't stop. We can apply that same love to sharing something good, to how we share about Jesus, our savior and provider. 

See 1 Peter 3:15-16 and Matthew 28:18-20. We are simply called to share what God has done for us. 

 

PRACTICE

  1. WRITE OUT YOUR STORY: Write out your story. Use these prompts to help you think through your story: What has the Lord done for me?How has the Lord had mercy on me? What has been your experience following Jesus, and why would you want others to know Him?How can someone follow Jesus?
     
  2. SHARE YOUR STORY: Take time to share your story with someone you know or someone you don’t.
  3. PRAY: Pray that God would give you the opportunity to share the hope you have in Jesus with someone.

 

Sharing your story or engaging in evangelism does not have to be scary. It can simply involve sharing a meal with others, talking about something you’ve seen God do recently, or pointing the conversation toward Jesus when given the opportunity. Writing out your story, or at least part of it, helps remind you of what God has done and keeps it fresh in your mind so that you can share it with those around you. 

 

RESOURCES

Jimmy Scroggins: The “3 Circles” Evangelism Method
Jeff Vanderstelt: "Gospel Fluency" & " Saturate"
Jerram Barrs: "Learning Evangelism From Jesus"