Evangelism in Today's Culture

What is Evangelism? Why is it important for Christians to be evangelistic?

What are some traditional evangelism methods?

Evangelism Method Pros Cons

What is the key factor in choosing an evangelistic method? __________________________

Describe the characteristics of a typical non-Christian in today's culture. What do they

believe? What are some possible "filters" that they may see Christianity through?

Methods vs. Message:

________________ may need to be __________________ based on culture.

________________ must remain ________________ and must be

________________-________________.
Examples from Scripture: The Four Gospels

Gospel Matthew Mark Luke John

Audience Jews Romans Hellenists Greek World

Portrait of Jesus Jesus is the Jesus is the Jesus is the Jesus is the fully
Messiah/King authoritative Son perfect Son of divine Son of
who fulfills Old of God Man who came to God in whom we
Testament save and minister should believe to
prophecy and to all people receive eternal life
expectations through the power (the "I AM" of
of the Holy Spirit God)
and prayer

Key Verses Matthew 1:1; Mark 1:1; 8:27; Luke 19:10 John 20:31
16:16; 20:28 10:45; 15:34

Key Words Fulfilled Immediately Son of Man Believe; Eternal

Life
FromNelson's C omplete Book of Bible Maps and C harts © 1993 by Thomas Nelson, Inc.

Examples from Scripture: Jesus' teaching of Nicodemus vs. Samaritan woman

Nicodemus (John 3:1-21):

Samaritan Woman (John 4:5-26):

Final Thoughts

The Role of Christian Living:

The Role of Relationships:

The Role of Community:

Notes/Comments

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