Evangelism: A Spiritual Discipline for Every Believer
Evangelism, at its core, is about sharing good news. The word comes from the Greek euaggelion—literally, a “good message” or “good news.” For Christians, this is the message of salvation through Jesus Christ: His death on the cross for our sins, His resurrection, and the new life He offers to all who believe (Romans 1:16–17).
But evangelism is not simply about becoming a Christian. It’s about proclaiming the Kingdom of God (Mark 1:14–15), telling the story of redemption, and inviting others into reconciliation with God.
What Is This Good News?
The gospel transforms lives:
From the highway to hell to the road to heaven (Matthew 7:13–14)
From death to life (2 Corinthians 5:13–15)
From being born of the flesh to born of the Spirit (John 3:4–8)
From sinner to justified saint (Romans 5:6–7)
From separation to reconciliation with God (Romans 5:6–7)
From the kingdom of darkness to the kingdom of God (Colossians 1:13–14)
You don’t need to be a preacher to evangelize. Sharing the gospel can be as simple as recommending something helpful to a friend, pointing them toward a resource, or recounting your own story of how God has worked in your life.
Evangelism Beyond Words
Paul wrote, “The kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power” (1 Corinthians 4:20). Evangelism is not only about words; it’s about demonstrating love and power through caring for people, praying for them, and connecting everyday conversations back to Jesus (Acts 2:43–47).
Some think evangelism is a special “gift,” but Scripture shows it’s a calling for all believers:
Jesus sent out 70 disciples, two by two, without asking if they had the “gift” (Luke 10:1–12).
Paul told Timothy to “do the work of an evangelist” (2 Timothy 4:5).
Most importantly, Jesus commands us to go and share the gospel (Mark 16:14–18).
How often should we share? As often as possible—daily, weekly, in the flow of life.
The Benefits of Evangelism
Sharing the gospel doesn’t just bless others; it also transforms us:
It maintains the joy of the Lord (Luke 10:17–20).
It helps us overcome temptation and stay away from sin.
It brings God’s blessing and reward (Isaiah 52:7; Romans 10:5–15).
It keeps our spiritual fire burning.
It strengthens us in spiritual growth.
It serves as spiritual warfare, damaging the enemy’s works (Luke 10:17–20).
It can shift the atmosphere of entire communities (Acts 17:5–7).
Ultimately, it depopulates hell and populates heaven.
How to Evangelize
Getting started is simpler than many imagine.
Start small—share with someone you know.
Do it together — partner with others for encouragement. PROCLAIM outreach is a great way to do this. We join in with believers from various churches at the PROCLAIM outreach in Brighton city centre. Watch out for upcoming events in our events page and make contact to join in.
Make it a habit—plan it into your routine.
Share your testimony—your story is powerful.
Use tools like JAD or “The Four Points” to explain the gospel.
Pray for opportunities and expect God to open doors.
Be ready always to speak about your faith.
Live it out—repent, believe, and be baptized.
Final Thoughts
Evangelism is not a burdensome command but a joyful privilege. It is God’s way of partnering with us to bring hope to the world. Every believer—whether gifted in preaching or not—can play a part in this mission.
The good news is too good to keep to ourselves.
