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Christian evangelism is reaching out in different ways to spread the message of salvation through Jesus Christ. Living out life in a way that honors God and shows His love to others is vital. Sharing the Gospel is something that might not require preaching to someone from the Bible but rather, with one's actions. Living life so that people see Christ is what God intends. When people see something different in a Christian but can't put their finger on it, it's usually because the person is living their life in a way that expresses godliness. It's not because the Christian walks around in a haughty manner, looking down on the world. It's because he or she lives life in love. The Christian lives life in an expression of thankfulness and worship to God. Learn God's Word by taking our Evangelism Bible Quiz.

Some people think that evangelizing has to do with people standing on a street corner talking about fire and brimstone, telling people they are going to go to hell if they don't repent of their sins. Some people are turned off to Christian evangelism because those who express it do it from a judgmental attitude and not one done in love. That is why spreading the Gospel can be a big turn off to people and they want nothing to do with those who call themselves believers. Those who are hypocritical and judgmental would make others run in the other direction, not wanting to hear the Good News of Christ.

Evangelizing has different names and forms. Biblical evangelism and Christian evangelism are just two different names conveying the same purpose, to point others toward the Lord. Those who have a heart for evangelizing don't hide the truth about God's Word. They say what the Lord puts on their hearts, even if it's uncomfortable for others to hear. They might use certain tools to convey their message about Jesus. Some people share the Gospel in a tactful manner and sometimes, others do not. This can cause a rift between people if evangelizing is not done in a tactful way. If a Christian goes to a friend and starts preaching to them about fire and brimstone, most likely that friend is going to get turned off of the Gospel. However, if a believer approaches that friend with the Truth that is lived out in love, then the friend might be more open to hearing what the Christian has to say about God. Click here for a list of similar Bible resources.

Love is the most important tool when it comes to sharing the Gospel. Another tool might be the way a message is conveyed. If believers shout from the rooftops condemning people, unbelievers will probably not listen. However, words that love yet still convey the truth about the message of Christ might encourage people to do more listening. God is the One who works on people's hearts through Biblical evangelism. He is the One that can soften them toward Himself.

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