Posted on by Michael Lawson

Sharing the Good News Well: 10 Principles on Evangelism from 2 Thessalonians 2

  1. Reflect & remember how the gospel has impacted your own life (v. 1).
  2. Know that God has entrusted you with the gospel message (v. 4). There is expectation that you share it. You are capable of sharing it.
  3. The gospel is able to stand on its own (v. 5). There is no need for us to change or update it.
  4. The gospel makes God glorious. Not you (v. 6).
  5. As you share the gospel, don’t attempt to force conversions. That’s the Holy Spirit’s job (v. 7).
  6. The gospel is best shared within the context of shared lives (v. 8). Invest yourself in other people.
  7. Live a life that builds gospel integrity (v. 9, 10). When our lives don’t mirror the gospel and God’s Word, we loose our credibility as we share.
  8. Sharing the gospel is personal (v. 12). Show people you genuinely care.
  9. Use the Bible (v. 13) It changes lives. Let God work.
  10. Rejoice when the gospel is received (v. 13). I have witnessed more applause for the service of the church florist than the repentance of a hardened sinner. This strikes me as inappropriate.