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Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Europe is often called post-modern—where many believe that no one wants to hear the Gospel. But we know the Word of God is alive and active and that the Gospel is always effective in every corner of the world! God still changes lives...and in Spain, He's doing it through young people! Earlier this year, 18 teenagers were trained to share their faith. And just months later, at a youth missionary camp in Palma de Mallorca, they put that training into action—reaching 94 people with the Gospel with 15 accepting Jesus. These young believers discovered how simple it is to start spiritual conversations—and how powerful it is when they do. You know, God isn't finished with Europe. He's using His people—young and old—to bring the hope found in Jesus to their communities. And if God can do that in Spain, well He can do that here too. So let's not wait. Let's share the Gospel. To learn how, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In Romania, over 150 teenagers recently came together for a sports and discipleship camp—and it was incredible to see what God did! They all signed up to play sports...and to learn how to share their faith. What may seem like a strange combination has been an impactful experience for years in Romania, as Christian leaders pour into these teens. Many previous graduates have been significantly impacted and even become leaders in the church in Romania. And these teens walked through the same exact experience this year. They played sports and were equipped to share their faith—and then sent out to do it. On just the first day, 98 people heard the Gospel. And in the span of a few short hours, 13 made decisions to trust in Jesus alone. So let's be intentional about discipling the next generation—using the gifts God has given us for His glory. For more, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. This summer, we're taking a look around the world and seeing God is at work. And this week, we will be hearing stories of what God is doing in Europe. Europe is perhaps one of the most post-modern places on the planet, and yet, God is moving in mighty ways through this continent. Even in these past years of war and great political turmoil, hundreds of thousands of people have given their lives to Christ. Some of these have been refugees that have flooded across the borders of nations. And Christians in countries like Moldova, and Romania, and Poland have been able to come together and bring supplies to those in need. In addition to these acts of love, they've been able to share the Gospel, and many have come to know Jesus because of it. Let's join in and be faithful witnesses in our communities as well. To learn more about how you can be active in sharing your faith, visit our website at sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In Brazil, a young girl's life was transformed when someone shared the Gospel with her at an evangelism training. She made the decision that day that she wanted Jesus to come into her heart and be her Lord and Savior. The following day, she told her grandma and asked if she could take her Bible to school. And even though her grandma wasn't sure it was a good idea, the little girl quietly tucked her Bible and some Gospel tracts that she had just received into her backpack. As a result, she shared the Gospel with three of her friends who, after hearing her share, asked if they could accept Jesus too. Through one life that was changed, three more were also transformed. You see, this is the power of spiritual multiplication—impacting lives far beyond what we might imagine. So let's be faithful to share the Gospel, because you never now how God will continue to use it. For more, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. If you've ever wonder whether discipling young people is worth it—just look at what's happening in Chile! Every Tuesday, two dedicated teachers at Liceo San Sebastián are discipling seventy-one teenagers in 7th and 8th grade. These teachers were personally trained to share their faith, and they quickly realized their calling was also help shape the next generation to know and to love Jesus. And God has faithfully blessed their commitment. Just recently, twenty-one 8th graders received the gift of eternal life by hearing and understanding the Gospel clearly. What an incredible reminder that the Gospel is powerful—no matter your age. When young people are discipled, they don't just grow...they go. They share their faith with their classmates, their family, their friends. And if they can boldly proclaim the Gospel at their schools, surely, we can do the same in our communities. Not sure how to get started? Visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. If you've ever wondered whether someone is “ready” to share their faith—just look at the children in Honduras. These young believers recently completed the second level of evangelism discipleship training in their church, and they're not waiting until they're older to obey God's call. They're boldly sharing the Gospel right now with their friends, their classmates, and even their families! It's a powerful reminder of Proverbs twenty-two verse six: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” You see, when kids love Jesus and are discipled to share His love with others, we see them naturally rise to the challenge. They can't stop sharing with everyone they know. And if they can do it with such faith, courage, and joy...what's stopping us? The truth is, we're all called to share the Gospel! So let's follow their lead. Let's both equip the next generation—and say “yes” ourselves to sharing. For more, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. God has given every believer a clear calling—to share the Gospel. And that call doesn't change based on where we live, what challenges we face, or even how we communicate. In Bolivia, a group of Christians recently came together for an evangelism discipleship workshop—where they were trained and equipped to share their faith within the Deaf community. For many, it was their first time learning how to communicate through sign language. But they said yes to God's call, and they're now stepping out in faith to reach people who may never have had the chance to understand the Gospel before. You see, when we step out in obedience—no matter the obstacles—God provides what we need. And these believers in Bolivia showed they are willing to learn opens doors for the Gospel that might otherwise stay closed. So wherever you are, whatever you're up against, remember—God wants to use you to share the Gospel. For more, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. We are so excited to share more stories about what's happening around the globe with you. And this week, our spotlight is Latin America! God is so faithful. Truly, as we walk with Him and seek His will, God shows up. And as we're faithful to His command to share the Gospel, we see Him change lives before our very eyes! This happened in Latin America this past year. At one of our evangelism discipleship trainings in Colombia, Milagro came to learn more about God and evangelism. During the training, she felt God speak to her regarding salvation and revealed to her that she couldn't do enough good works to save herself. Only by placing her trust in Jesus and what He did on the cross could she be saved. She felt like a woman free of working her way to heaven. She told us joyfully, “It is by the grace of God that I'm saved!” Want to learn how you can share the Gospel clearly? Well, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. You know, when we ask God to guide our steps, He answers—often in powerful and unexpected ways. In the city of Gori, Georgia—the country not the state—a group of believers prayed that God would lead them to someone who was truly seeking Him. Moments later, a church member called and asked if they could visit a widow named Elene. Well, when the team arrived, Elene shared her heartbreaking story: after her husband—a military officer—died in a tragic car accident, her world simply collapsed. Grieving, working long hours for little pay, and raising two children alone, Elene was overwhelmed and hopeless. But that day, she heard the Gospel clearly—and responded with tears and joy, kneeling to pray and place her trust in Jesus. She said, “I'm now confident that I'll be with God in heaven.” God still answers the cries of the broken—and He uses people like you and me to bring His hope. For more, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. No matter where people live, they are deeply desperate for the love and hope found only in Jesus. Take Nikolai from Kazakhstan, for example. He struggled for years with alcoholism and had been through more than 20 rehab centers. He visited over 20 churches, searching for help. But *Nikolai believed that being a “good person” was what would get him to heaven—he didn't understand the Gospel. When Alexei shared with him the Good News—that salvation is a free gift from Jesus, not earned by works—Nikolai was amazed. He said, “No one's ever told me that Heaven is a free gift! From that moment, I can no longer be the same! Jesus has changed me!” Now, Nikolai is studying the Bible and preparing to be baptized at his church. His story is a powerful reminder: no matter where we are, Jesus meets us in our struggles, and He offers us real hope. For resources to help you share your faith, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In the Middle East, sharing the Gospel isn't just difficult — it's dangerous. But that hasn't stopped believers like Jasur in Uzbekistan. This past June, he traveled to the city of Gulistan to support a fellow Christian and reconnect with some old contacts. What followed was a powerful, Spirit-led gathering where testimonies were shared and the Gospel was presented to a room full of attentive hearts. And one young woman, Gulnora, and her sister were struggling—torn between Islam, their father's religion, and Christianity, their mother's faith. Their hearts leaned toward Jesus. Jasur didn't pressure them. He shared the Gospel clearly with them, left a Bible, and promised to pray. If Jasur can share the Gospel even in such a dangerous region, well, we certainly can share to our communities too. There are people waiting to hear the hope that can only be found in Jesus. So let's be bold in our witness. To learn how, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. You know, evangelism doesn't always result in an immediate decision—but that doesn't mean God isn't at work. Pavel from Belarus led Bible lessons at a Christian camp for children with disabilities. And there, he connected with a family—Ihar, Hanna, and their three children. On the last day around a campfire, they attentively listened to Pavel share the Gospel, but they weren't ready to make a decision to follow Jesus. Well, a year later, Pavel met them again at the same camp, but they had not come as campers. They had volunteered to serve at the camp! They shared with Pavel how God had been working in their lives. In the year since he had seen them, they all accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Pavel was filled with great joy! You know, we, like Pavel, have been commissioned by Jesus to share the Gospel. But it's God who does the work of transformation in His perfect timing. Let's be bold and share. For more, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. This summer, we're hearing stories from across the globe; and this week, we're spotlighting what God is doing in Eurasia. This large region may be the hardest and most difficult place to be a Christian. And yet, the Gospel is going forth. Afghanistan, Iran, Turkey, and Russia are just a few of the 14 countries that make up this region, with different cultures, religions, and social standards of life. And it's vast—Russia alone has over eleven time zones! And even in this difficult area, we praise God for the thousands of Christians who have learned how to share their faith and the hundreds of thousands of people who have put their trust in Jesus Christ last year alone. Let's remember to pray for our brothers- and sisters-in-Christ in Eurasia who are telling others about the Good News of Jesus despite the dangers. And may we be encouraged that we too can step out in faith and share the Gospel. For more, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Do you know that there are people we pass by every day that are living entrapped in fear and condemnation? Many know how vast their sins are but have no answer for what to do about it. They're hopeless and lost. And what a pity if we don't go and tell them about the amazing grace found only in Jesus. Wari from Papua New Guinea was out with his team in a village witnessing when they came across a woman. And as the conversation developed, they asked her if she was sure that she was going to heaven. She replied, "No, I know I'm going to hell." Because of some great sins she committed in her past, she knew confidently where her destination was. But Wari said, "We have Good News for you!" And they told her about how Jesus paid for her sins on the cross in full. With tears in her eyes, she put her faith in Jesus Christ. You know, we can bring that hope to others as we're sharing the Gospel? For resources how, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Today, I want to share with you an incredible story from New Zealand! Raj and Joyce unexpectedly encountered two high school students at a local mall. After striking up a conversation, they asked them spiritual questions, and both girls accepted Jesus after hearing the Gospel! And as the conversation continued, they discovered that the girls were struggling and homeless. They had run away from their homes, and right before Raj and Joyce had arrived, they had been praying for help. They felt compelled to offer them not only spiritual guidance but also a place to stay for the night and a warm meal. Well, that same night, Raj conveyed the importance of repentance from sin as well as the story of the prodigal son. The girls felt both convicted and contacted their parents to tell them they were safe. The next day, they were joyfully reunited. Raj and Joyce praised God for this picture of redemption and reconciliation through the Gospel. Learn how you too can share by visiting sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore, if anyone's in Christ, he is a new creation…” And this is exactly what happened in Sam's life. But, really, the story starts a Christian named Pete in Australia. Pete received a text from his pastor's wife asking if he would speak with an ex-inmate facing difficult challenges in his life. Well, when they met, Sam was transparent about the many struggles and hardships that he was facing, including his hatred of those of a certain religion. Well, Pete quickly turned the conversation to spiritual matters and shared the Gospel with Sam. And with tears in his eyes, Sam accepted Jesus as his Savior and confessed that he had planned to hurt people at a local place of worship. But now, his hatred melted away as he realized that he was a sinner and that Jesus paid the debt for his sin. He repented of his plan and turned to Jesus. Hallelujah! To learn more, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. How far are we willing to go for the Gospel? Well, I know that it can sometimes feel impossible to even broach the topic of spiritual things with others; but truthfully, it is easier than we think. God provides opportunities for us to share, whether He brings the person to us or asks us to step out in faith and find them. And for some, they are very willing to go the extra mile. Beverly is the National Director of EE in Vanuatu, and it is common for her and her team to pack up a boat and sail across the ocean to another smaller island. And they do this to teach Christians how to confidently and lovingly share their faith, and then they see person after person give their lives to Christ. And if Beverly can do that for Jesus, well…we can too. So who can you go the extra mile to share the Gospel with this week? For more on how you can share your faith, visit sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. I'm excited this week to continue telling you more about what God is doing around the globe. And Oceania is our spotlight! In the ministry of Evangelism Explosion, we have seven key nations that span almost four thousand miles each way across the Pacific...and they help disciple Christians all across this vast continent! From New Zealand to the Marshall Islands, Papua New Guinea to the Cook Islands, and everywhere in between, Oceania is a large area to cover. And yet, the Gospel is going forth! Our Vice President of Oceania, Anne Bowie, shared with us recently that they have never experienced a better year in the ministry or more exciting time to be a Christian in Oceania. And this is because they are seeing young leaders being raised as disciple-makers in the church and more people than ever are making professions of faith in Jesus. To learn how you, too, can share your faith, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In Matthew 9, Jesus says, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore, pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.” It's easy to get caught up in church programs and forget—we're also called to go out. Pastor Manat from Indonesia shared how many churches—including theirs—grow inward, focusing only on existing members while ignoring the lost. But recently, God stirred something powerful in his heart. He joined thirty other pastors and leaders from twelve churches for an one of our evangelism discipleship trainings in Parapat. They were equipped—and sent out! Together, they shared the Gospel with 88 high school students and 31 future pastors in training. They saw the Holy Spirit move and many place their trust in Jesus. The harvest is ready. And you don't have to wait—you can be equipped to share your faith today! Let's go into our communities with the Gospel. Visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Being a follower of Jesus means being a lifelong learner—continually growing, being discipled, and equipping others to do the same. Our sanctification—becoming more and more like Jesus—doesn't stop after one lesson or one experience; it's our daily commitment to grow deeper in our faith by reading the Bible, praying, worshipping God, fellowshipping with other believers, and sharing the Gospel with those around us. Recently, at Lomasson Alliance Bible College in the Philippines, 43 seminary students from 37 churches took an evangelism discipleship training to help them learn how they could share their faith. They then went into their community to share the Gospel with 84 people—80 of whom made decisions to follow Jesus! Praise the Lord! Let's be intentional and make investments in our spiritual growth. Whether you're just starting or have been walking with Christ for years, you can begin today. For resources to help you get started in sharing the Gospel and growing, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. What if one day off could lead to a lifetime of impact? In Timor Leste, a group of pastors and children's leaders decided to spend their free day not on rest—but on mission. These faithful Indonesian leaders chose to be equipped through a Hope For Kids training through our ministry, which is a children's evangelism discipleship curriculum. Their goal? To learn how to share the Gospel clearly and confidently—and to disciple the next generation in their churches and communities. And they didn't just attend—they engaged. With open hearts and eager minds, they practiced how to present the Gospel in a way children can understand. Their decision to be trained means the kids in their care will not only hear the Good News—but learn how to share it with others too. Let's use our time for something that truly matters. Let's start sharing the Gospel and discipling the next generation for Jesus. For resources to help you get started, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Why is it so important to be equipped to share our faith? Because the opportunity to lead someone to Christ can come when we least expect it—and we need to be ready. Gan Shuo from Malaysia joined a Hope for Kids workshop just to support the Sunday School ministry. But through that training, God gave Gan a new burden: to personally share the Gospel with each of the 12-year-olds in the class—before they drift away in their teen years. During on-the-job training, Gan had the chance to share the Gospel with a student who didn't speak Mandarin well. But because Gan had been trained—and had support from a senior trainer—the Gospel was clearly presented in English. That child prayed to receive Christ! That moment was a clear reminder: when we're trained and willing, God will use us. Don't wait until you feel ready—get equipped, and let God do the rest. Need help getting started? For resources, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. This summer, we're hearing stories from around the world, and this week, Asia is our spotlight continent! And even though Asia has a land mass of almost thirty percent of the Earth, they have 60% of the world's population. They are very diverse having 44% of the world's people groups with very different cultures and languages! By God's grace, we've come alongside local churches to disciple Christians on how to share their faith with the people around them in all of Asia. And last year, by the grace of God, there were over twenty million people who heard the Gospel in Asia and worldwide through Christians learning how to share their faith. And what's incredible is that our Asian brothers- and sisters-in-Christ are not only sharing the Gospel in their own communities, but they're also sending missionaries to other parts of Asia and the world. Want to learn how you, too, can share your faith? For resources to help you get started, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. "If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I'll hear from heaven, and I'll forgive their sin and will heal their land." This promise from God found in 2 Chronicles gives us such hope—even in a time where hope is scarce in our country. But here's the truth: God is faithful; He keeps His promises. So, we must humble ourselves, pray, and seek His face. We must turn from our wicked ways and repent of our sins. That's the power of the Gospel. When we place our trust in Jesus alone and turn from our sins, when we accept Jesus as the Lord and Savior of our lives...everything changes. And when this happens in a person after person, well...our culture and country changes. It heals as we're healed. So let's not delay—let's share the Gospel. For resources, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Things change when a community comes together. We see this time and time again in our neighborhoods, cities, and country. And this very same principle applies to telling others about Jesus. We're stronger together. In Namibia, Africa, this is happening all across the country. But I'd love to share with you an example of the local churches. They came together for an evangelism training event for children's workers, where they taught Hope For Kids, a program that disciples children to share their faith. And then, they took it back to their churches and started implementing it. And children in the community's lives started to change. And through that, the community started to change. This was all because Christians like you and me decided to come together and make an impact. And these believers were part of over 4 million children hearing the Gospel this past year worldwide. And we praise God for that! For more on how you can learn to share your faith, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. I met a pastor a few years ago who told me that evangelism doesn't work anymore. He told me you can't go and talk to people because the culture doesn't approve. Do you know where this pastor was from? The African nation of Zambia. Unfortunately, that is a common statement we often hear around the world. However, I asked this pastor if he'd be open to come to a training near his home in Zambia and test his theory. Well, during that week, the Gospel was shared with 234 people with 158 giving their lives to Christ. Needless to say, he not only had a change of heart but a renewed passion for sharing the Gospel. And this is what we want to happen in our country. Sharing the Gospel is still effective. People are open to hearing the Good News of the Gospel…so let's share! For resources to help you share your faith, visit our website at sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. The Gospel changes everything. Can I get an amen?! In our day and age, what's happening in our country and culture makes things look very bleak. But there is truth that we as Christians believe...the Gospel changes people from the inside out. And when people are changed, communities change. When communities change, cities are changed; and when cities are changed, nations are changed. The power of the Gospel is salvation for all who put their trust in Jesus and Him alone. So if we want to change our country and our culture, we need to start with the Gospel. Its transforming power changes hurting, sinful hearts to joyful, peace-filled ones. Because when someone puts their trust in Jesus, He gives them the Holy Spirit who gifts them with these things. I don't know about you, but I want every person I can tell to know about the love of Jesus and the hope that's found only in Him. So let's get sharing! Visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. We should all want hope in our country. But you know what? We'll never have hope in our country until we have hope in our cities. And we'll never have hope in our cities until we have hope on our streets. We'll never have hope on our streets until we have hope in our homes. And we'll never have hope in our homes until we have hope in our heart. So then, here's the question: how do we get hope in our hearts? The source is Jesus Christ. Jesus came so that we could have new life. And it is that new life that is the fountain of hope within us. Billy Graham said it well, "For the believer, there is hope beyond the grave, because Jesus Christ has opened the door to heaven for us by His death and resurrection." This eternal hope starts the moment we put our trust in Jesus and carries through all eternity. To learn how to share this hope, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today.   What's more valuable than worldly success? In Matthew 16:26, Jesus asked, “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet [lose] their soul?” Well, we know, it's Jesus that is the greatest treasure a person can attain. And that's the heart behind what's happening in Vienna, Virginia, where a local church trained 22 new believers to confidently share the Gospel. During one recent night where they went out to the community to share their faith, one of the teams met a man named Insu. At first, Insu said he hoped God would forgive him—but he wasn't sure of his eternal future. That night, the team gently walked him through the Gospel, and Insu prayed to receive the gift of eternal life. By the end, he answered both diagnostic questions with joy and clarity! When Christians are equipped, they become bold and effective witnesses for Christ—anywhere, anytime. Want to get equipped? We'd love to help. For resources, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Have you ever felt unprepared to share your faith—but knew the Holy Spirit was prompting you to speak up anyway? That's exactly what happened to one of our new trainees in Jamaica. After just the first day of evangelism training, she went home and began talking with a colleague. All she had learned so far were the two diagnostic questions and the hand illustration. But even with just that, she felt God nudging her to share. She asked the questions—and to her surprise, her colleague said “Yes,” she wanted to receive the free gift of eternal life! Stunned, the trainee prayed for her and with her. She didn't yet know all she could with sharing her faith, but she knew enough. And God used her. She could share the Gospel and saw her coworker's life change for eternity. Her story is a powerful reminder: it's not about having all the answers—it's about saying yes when God leads. Want to get equipped to share your faith? Visit us at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Sometimes, the most powerful Gospel conversations happen in the most unexpected places. In Trinidad, during an evangelism discipleship training, Darren and his trainer approached a group of men hanging out, drinking, and listening to loud music. But off to the side, one man named Wallen sat alone. His car was being repaired—but God had something greater in store. They struck up a conversation and asked him, “On a scale of 1 to 10, how fulfilling is your life?” Wallen said “six” and explained he felt something was missing—he was thirsty to be closer to God. That opened the door to the Gospel. By the end, Wallen put his trust in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Darren said that using the Gospel outline helped him share with clarity and confidence—and Wallen walked away with the assurance of eternal life. Want to learn how to share your faith too? For resources to get you started like our free online evangelism training, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Has fear ever held you back from sharing your faith—even when you knew God was prompting you? Elizabeth felt exactly the same. Before receiving evangelism training, Elizabeth had the desire to share the Gospel—but fear often held her back. Like many of us, she second-guessed approaching strangers, unsure how to begin. But then she went through our evangelism discipleship training—and everything changed. She learned a simple, effective way to share the Gospel, built around two key questions. It gave her confidence and clarity. One Saturday morning, she prayed for “ripe fruit” and followed the Holy Spirit's prompting to speak to a young man. He not only accepted Christ—he came to church that same day and brought his brother, who also gave his life to the Lord! Elizabeth's confidence grew because she was equipped. And that made an eternal difference in two lives. Want to be ready when God gives you opportunities to share your faith? For resources, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Over the course of the summer, we will be sharing with you some stories, thoughts, and encouragements from our staff on each continent around the globe. This week, we will be sharing testimonies from North America! I have heard many wary Christians doubt whether anyone is open to the Gospel here in the United States. We have seen Christians at our Equip America events start the day saying, "I'm scared...I don't want to go out." But then at the end, they will be saying something like, "We need to do this every day! Our whole church needs to be a part of this!" Because the truth is, sharing our faith is not as scary as we think it will be, and more people are open to hearing it than we imagine. In fact, we did a study with Lifeway Research that found that sixty-six percent of Americans are open to having a conversation about faith. So let's get started. If you need help in sharing your faith, we're here to help! Visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. When we learn to share the Gospel, we become part of something eternal. This past September, Samuel walked into our ministry's offices in Uganda. Homeless, jobless, and abandoned, he'd spent nights on the streets of Kampala, desperate and hopeless. He told us, “I thought about ending my life so many times…I just needed someone to talk to.” And that's when he met Francis. Francis listened, and he shared the Gospel. In just 25 minutes, Samuel surrendered his life to Jesus, tears streaming down his face. He received a Bible, prayer, and a bus ticket home. And just four days later—Samuel got a job offer just out of the blue! Today, he's working and growing in his faith at a local church in his hometown. God works through believers who'll bring hope to people like Samuel. But it's our job to be ready to share! Not sure how to share your faith? For resources to help you get started, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. When we ask God for opportunities to share the Gospel, He answers—and sometimes in ways we don't expect. One evening this past September, a young man in Kenya who learned to share his faith felt prompted by the Holy Spirit to speak with two young men from a nearby village. He had recently been to one of our evangelism trainings, and he learned exactly how to share the Gospel clearly and confidently. And as they sat together, he asked them two diagnostic questions, and one said that he was saved, while the other one trusted in good works. But after hearing the Gospel, both realized they needed Jesus. And that night, they prayed to receive Him as Lord and Savior! When we ask for opportunities to share the Gospel, God will answer us. So, I'd like to challenge you today...ask the Holy Spirit to guide you to someone who needs the Gospel, and then follow His leading! Not sure where to start? Well, visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes. Last August, in Kasungu, Malawi, a young girl was moments away from taking her own life. But God had another plan. Evance, who had learned to share his faith, heard about her situation and went to her home. While others were trying to reason with her, Evance brought something more: the Gospel. He gently asked her two questions: if she knew if she was going to Heaven and what she'd say to God if He asked her why He should let her into Heaven. She broke down in tears. Right then, Evance shared the hope found in Jesus—and she received Christ as her Savior and Lord. And that day, her life forever changed. She gained hope and joy that she didn't have before. And here's the truth—there are also people around us who feel hopeless and alone. And like Evance, we can share the Gospel with them! For resources, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Why is it so important to share the Gospel? Well, because right now, someone is praying for the truth. Daniel was one of them. He cried out to God, “Reveal Yourself to me—for my salvation and for my personal growth.” And that very same day, Japhet—one of our EE trainees from Nairobi, who had just learned to share the Gospel—felt prompted by the Holy Spirit to speak to a young man standing alone at the Heal Africa Hospital. That man was Daniel. And as they spoke, Japhet shared the Gospel. And Daniel, though active in his church, realized he didn't have the assurance of eternal life. And right there in the road, he gave his life to Christ—and with tears in his eyes said, “God answered my prayer through you.” You know, people are searching for hope. And God is calling us to go. So let's not wait. Let's share the Gospel today. Not sure how to share your faith? Well, we'd love to help. Visit our website at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. This summer, we're spotlighting what God is doing around the world; and this week, we're hearing stories from Africa. And let me tell you...there are exciting things happening on this continent. Just this past year through evangelism training events, we saw over twenty million people make professions of faith in Jesus. And that happened through over one million believers learning how to share their faith—both adults and children. These Christians were in churches, schools, and even prisons; and they began to share the Gospel and reach their communities for Jesus. You want to make a Christian dangerous to the enemy? Well, teach them how to share the Good News! You know, the Bible says that the gates of Hell will not prevail against Christ's church. Let's do the same as our African brothers- and sisters-in-Christ and let's take the Good News of what Jesus has done on the cross to our communities. Not sure where to start? Well, we'd love to help. Visit our website at sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. As we conclude this week talking about the church globally and how we're called to go to the nations, I wanted to share a testimony with you from a challenging part of the world. Made up of the former Soviet Union and most of the Middle East, Central Asia is a region where persecution happens almost every day to Christ-followers. And yet, God is moving mightily in these countries. For instance, in a small village in Lebanon, a family heard the Gospel from a team of Christians who knocked on their door. The husband, the wife, and all the children gave their hearts to Christ that day. And the villagers were not pleased and began persecuting them heavily. However, God used these same Christians who led the family to Christ to share with the villagers also, and their minds were changed. So let's be encouraged today to step out ourselves and to share the Gospel. You can learn more on how you can share your faith at sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In His famous Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said, "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven." You know, persecution can be a difficult topic to talk about; and yet if we are followers of Christ, Jesus Himself said that we will face it. But it will not be in vain. Christ promises that when we share in His sufferings by facing insults and false accusations that there is a reward. When I read this, I am encouraged that firstly, I am not in this alone—Jesus has experienced the very same rejection. And secondly, there is no reason to be scared to share my faith because even if it ends in persecution, my Savior says, “Rejoice.” So let's take heart and share! For more, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. The auditorium was packed. As I stopped and looked around, I heard dozens of languages being spoken at the same time. We all settled into our seats as our time together was called to order. This was Evangelism Explosion's third Congress of Nations, and eighty-three different countries were represented. During that morning, we sang "How Great is Our God" (which is a powerful song in and of itself), but this time the worship leader asked for everyone to sing in their own language. Words cannot describe the beauty of that moment—where Arabic was sung alongside Czech and Fijian. And you know, this is exactly what heaven is going to be like—because every tribe, tongue, and nation will be there. And we have the privilege of inviting people to be a part of that group by sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ! So let's be part of that day by being bold witnesses for God today. For more on how, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. In the book of Ephesians, we read, "And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord's people." So let us not neglect praying for our brothers and sisters all around the world. They're fighting for their faith on their knees; and often, both their lives and livelihoods are in jeopardy simply for following Christ. So how can we join them in prayer? Well firstly, we should pray for their safety as they worship and share the Gospel in cultures that discriminate against them for their faith. Secondly, we should pray for resources, as many of our brothers and sisters face poverty, hunger, and disease. And thirdly, we should pray for perseverance—that even despite what they face that they continue to grow in their walks with Christ and share it with others who need the same hope. Want specific requests you can pray for? Visit our website and sign up as a prayer partner at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. "Therefore go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit; teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Have you ever heard this famous Biblical passage before? You know, it's called the Great Commission, and it's Christ's final command to us before He returned to Heaven. Unfortunately, it can be something that Christians ignore for a number of reasons. One of them is that we get involved in all kinds of seemingly good things that keep us all too busy. Jim Collins wrote a widely used book in the business world that opens with this statement, “Good is the enemy of great.” And so many times we get involved in all kinds of good things; and yet, they are not the great thing that we could be doing in seeing men and women come to Jesus. Christ said, “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” And His last command should be out first concern. For more resources on sharing the Gospel, visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Do you realize that God has given you a story to tell?  We often refer to it as a testimony but I prefer to call it “your story.” If you have trusted in Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord, your story of how God saved you and changed you counts.  I hope that's obvious to you.  But as I travel the world, I'm often amazed at how many Christians don't think their story counts for much of anything.  I hope you're not one of those people who thinks their story is lackluster or “no big deal” because that just doesn't line-up with Scripture.  In Revelation 12 verse 11, it says, “And they have defeated him (meaning Satan) by the blood of the Lamb and by their testimony.”  According to that verse, your testimony is an incredibly valuable and powerful witnessing tool.  When's the last time you shared it with someone?  If you need help preparing your story, we have a free testimony-building tool that I encourage you to check out.  Just visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. "Preach the Gospel at all times; when necessary, use words.” Now, I've heard this famous quote over the years, and frankly it's silly if you think about it. In fact, I've seen this not work in my own life. When I lived in Nebraska, I had a neighbor I was good friends with. I did all sort of nice things for him, hoping he would see the way I lived was for Jesus. But if I would've died, Bill would have thought, “Wow, John was a really nice guy. I wish I could be more like John." And that wasn't the message I was trying to get across at all!! Saving faith is made up of knowledge, assent, and trust. And in order to know the Gospel, someone has to share it with you; and then you can agree with it and then put your trust in it. So, let's be encouraged to communicate the Gospel with others using words! For more on how you can be active in sharing your faith, visit our website at sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. The Holy Spirit is softening and drawing hearts to Himself each and every day. And we can be a part of His work. One of the very best ways to join the Holy Spirit is by praying for what we like to call “Divine Appointments.” I can't tell you how many times He has led me a person who was waiting for someone to share the Gospel with them. In Arizona, I met a twenty-one-year-old named Raymond who was waiting at a bus stop. He told me that he was in a recovery program that talked about God but hadn't shared much about Him. Raymond was sitting there wondering how he could find out more when we walked up. With tears in his eyes, he accepted Christ after hearing the Gospel and said, “Thank you! This is going to change my life.” So I encourage you to start praying for opportunities to share your faith and watch God do amazing things. For more on sharing the Gospel, visit sharelife.today. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Picture yourself in heaven with the glory of God before you. Every person is there for the judgement. You look across the crowd and see one of your closest friends there. You know they haven't made a personal decision to follow Christ. Now I don't know about you, but for me there is literally nothing that anyone could say to me that would be harder to hear than these words, "Why didn't you tell me?  I thought we were friends..." So, now we try. That doesn't mean it's easy! Sometimes it's a real struggle to find a way to share with our neighbors. But our question if the week is this: What can we do to share Jesus with our neighbors? And the answer is ultimately a simple one: Be intentional. Share the Gospel with them. But just because it's simple, doesn't mean that it's not hard. However, it is the fulfillment of what Christ told us when He said that we should love our neighbor as ourselves. Want to learn how to share? Visit sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Do you ever get nervous about sharing the Gospel? Well by getting prepared with a few simple tips, we can speak the Gospel with confidence! One of today's tips is to address questions. Even though we may hear difficult questions in a spiritual conversation, we don't need to fear them. Answer them as quickly as possible, and then return the focus to the Gospel. Now here's the thing…if you don't know the answer, be honest; let them know you will find out. And remember to always return with an answer if you promise to do so. And after either answering their questions or promising to do so, share the Gospel with them. And be ready to lead them in taking the next step of receiving the free gift of eternal life. Because the truth is, when you share your faith, people will respond. Explain that what they must do is place their trust in Jesus Christ alone. Now let's put this tip into practice and share our faith! Learn more at sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Today, we're coming to the final day of learning an easy-to-remember, hard-to-forget Gospel presentation. We've been using the five fingers of our hand as our learning aid. Picture the smallest finger on your hand - it's going to represent faith. Grace, Man, God and Christ, Faith. Faith, in a Biblical sense, is the means whereby people make a personal response to the Gospel. Saving faith isn't simply head knowledge about Jesus. Many know about Jesus, but have never experienced saving faith. Saving faith is also not just “temporary faith,” trusting in Jesus for health, safety, finances. Saving faith is trusting in Jesus Christ alone for eternal life, and it's necessary for salvation. In the book of Acts, the apostle Paul was asked, “What must I do to be saved?” His answer was this: “Believe – have faith – in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved…” You can watch a brief video demonstrating the Gospel presentation on our website, where you can find resources to help you share your faith. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Today, we are going to learn an easy-to-remember Gospel presentation. Our pattern to share the Gospel is based on five main words – Grace, Man, God, Christ, and Faith and we are pairing each one with a finger of our hand as a learning aid. Today we'll focus on the fourth word - picture your ring finger and think of the Bridegroom because today's word is CHRIST. Jesus Christ is both God and Man. John's Gospel opens with this emphasis, “In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God…And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” While Jesus had many great accomplishments, there's no doubt about His most important:  He died on the cross to pay the penalty for our sin…and rose from the dead to prove He has purchased a place in Heaven for us. This gift is received by faith. You can visit sharelife.today to view a video demonstrating the Hand Presentation of the Gospel. That's sharelife.today.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. This week, we're learning an easy-to-remember Gospel presentation. And we're using the five fingers of our hand as a learning aid. Today we'll focus on Word #3 – God, and picture your middle finger – the longest, greatest finger representing the greatest being in all the universe which we know to be God. Of the many aspects of God's character, we'll emphasize two:  First, God is MERCIFUL and doesn't want to punish us. The Bible tells us that “God is love.” But the same Bible that teaches us that He is love, also teach us that He is JUST and He cannot tolerate our sin. In Exodus 34:7, God says, "By no means will I clear the guilty." This presents a problem. Notice that I did not say God has a problem. The problem is ours. For God's solution to our problem, we'll turn our attention tomorrow to Word #4 – CHRIST. God solved our problem through Jesus Christ! Visit sharelife.today to see this “Hand” Gospel presentation video. That's sharelife.today.