Recently, I wrote an article for the CARM website titled: Does 1 Peter 3:15 Support Friendship Evangelism? Here is an excerpt from the article: In 1 Peter 3 :15, Peter is not describing a relational conversation ( i.e. friendship evangelism) between an unbeliever and a Christian. Rather, Peter is preparing his readers to stand firm in the faith, to be ready to valiantly … [Read more...]
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#FriendshipEvangelism
I am an unashamed and unapologetic critic of "Friendship Evangelism," as it is most commonly advocated, taught, and practiced. I believe Christians should befriend unbelievers. I am not against that in the least. But if the goal of developing relationships with lost people bound for hell is anything less than seeking every opportunity to proclaim the gospel to them, then the … [Read more...]
Social Distancing: American Evangelicalism’s New Way Out of Evangelism
In this article, I will answer the question: Is social distancing American Evangelicalism's new gospel-less way to "love your neighbor?" The Blight that is "Friendship Evangelism" For 40 years, Satan has maniacally rubbed his hands and smiled (metaphorically speaking) as a generation of American Evangelical Christians has bought into the lies of "Friendship/Servant … [Read more...]
Evangelism: “I Have Not Seen Anyone Genuinely Saved”
Evangelism Isn't Easy Evangelism isn't easy. It can be a laborious task. Jesus told His disciples to pray for workers, laborers who would enter the harvest (Matthew 9:37-38). He didn't tell them to pray for vacationers or hobbyists. And the people Jesus told to pray for workers were the same people He expected to be the workers to enter, live and, if necessary, die in the … [Read more...]
The Devastating Effects of Compromise and the Fear of Man in Evangelism
I just returned home from the 2016 Milton (FL) Herald Society. It was a wonderful conference. The 2016 Milton Herald Society has drawn to a close. This was my fifth Herald Society. I hope the Lord will allow me to participate in many more. I am indebted to the JeremiahCry Ministries Inc., as well as Daniel Weekley and his team from First Baptist Milton for being such … [Read more...]
Campus Ministry: Interacting with Christian Organizations
Recently, a dear brother in Christ asked me a question about university and college campus evangelistic ministry. "We are doing more and more evangelism at Pierce College and CSUN here in California. Have you written anything about who to partner with from other churches [or campus ministries] in this context? In this article, I will provide what I hope will be some helpful … [Read more...]
Mentally Impaired People: They Need to Hear the Gospel, Too
If you spend any considerable length of time engaged in evangelism on the streets, you are going to meet people who may be described as "mentally impaired." People who live with either permanent or temporary mental impairment need to hear the gospel, too. This article addresses this very important and sensitive subject. What Does "Mentally Impaired" Mean? According to the … [Read more...]
