Spreading the Gospel is one requirement of Christianity that is often overlooked. Even if you are a devoted Christian, you might hesitate to purposefully share your faith with others. This is often overcomplicated by churches that aggressively canvass communities to invite people to church or convert non-believers to Christianity.
The good news is plenty of natural, non-aggressive ways to spread the Gospel do exist. This quick guide will help you better understand how “spreading the Gospel” can become a natural part of how you live as a Christian.
Why We Need to Spread the Gospel
In the Bible, we are instructed to be ambassadors for Christ; 2 Corinthians 5:20 says, “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God.” We are literally told to be God’s messengers on this earth. We have the message of salvation and how to live on this earth in a way that is in harmony with God’s intentions. This message is salvation, not only from hell, but it is salvation for life on earth as well. Living and being an example of Christ to other humans is a vital practice to reflect and witness His Word and be an instrument of God’s peace on earth. This is why it is so important that we witness and share the gospel with others therefore providing an opportunity for one to give their heart to Jesus through Salvation.
It is very apparent in today’s times that aggressive approach in witnessing the gospel before others is not going to work, it makes one want to run away. We must reflect kindness and care in our human interactions that will make one curious, thereby initiating one to be curious about God and Christianity. Let’s look at natural, organic ways to allow sharing the Gospel to become a daily part of who you are.
Be The Example
It is so evident that the most powerful way you will ever spread the Gospel is simply by living the principles Christ taught in the bible on how we should treat each other. Although this is the simplest and most obvious way to share the Gospel, it is also the one Christians often miss.
Being an example everyday of your life as a Christian is critical, we pray and ask God to guide us to be a strong and yet kind witness for His Word. Living the truths of the Gospel every moment you interact with people is a lifelong lifestyle commitment, but it is the one thing that truly has a lasting effect on people.
Listen to Others
Christians often get a reputation for taking over the conversations, especially in when they are in “sharing the Gospel” mode. It can almost feel like they are giving a sales pitch that drones on and on. This is ineffective when trying to make actual human connections with people so that you can ultimately share your faith.
Natural human connections are made through genuine communication. Genuine communication involves talking and listening. If you are hoping for an opportunity to share your faith with someone, there needs to be a lot more listening than talking.
When you live the love of Christ daily, others will feel that because humans react to love, empathy, and compassion. When that flows through you, they will feel comfortable talking to you and sharing their stories, struggles, and questions. This is what opens the door and supports interest.
If you struggle with this, ask the Lord to help you. It is imperative in order to be an effective ambassador of Christ that you learn to listen. When others feel listened to and empathized with, they will be more receptive to hearing what you say about Jesus, what his teachings have done for you, and what they could do for them.
Accept
This can be difficult for many of us as Christians. You have probably heard it a million times, but judging others is the quickest way to slam the door of connection. When others feel judged it immediately puts a wall up and they will not be receptive to listening to what you have to say about change.
Those who do not know the love and teachings of Christ do not need you to condemn them. They will open their hearts and minds if they feel your support and that you are giving your time and attention to them in that moment. It is all in God’s timing amen. Your job is to live the love and teachings of Christ in your own life, listen, accept, and share. It is vital to provide a safe place for a non-believer to ask questions.
Conclusion
Those who do not know Christ need to hear the good news. You can share that with them through living the love and teachings of Christ in your own life; listening and connecting with people on a human level, and being willing and vulnerable to explore the sincere questions that are brought to you about your faith.
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