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How to NOT Miss a God Moment John 1:35-36 The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. 36 When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” (NIV) John 1:40 Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus (NIV) John 1:41-42 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). 42 And he brought him to Jesus (NIV) John 1:43-46 The next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. Finding Philip, he said to him, “Follow me.” 44 Philip, like Andrew and Peter, was from the town of Bethsaida. 45 Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” 46 Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip (NIV) Found People Find People 1. Live with an urgency. John 1:41 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ) (NIV) Luke 19:10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost (NIV) Matthew 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (NIV) John 9:4 We must quickly carry out the tasks assigned us by the one who sent us. The night is coming, and then no one can work (NLT) 2. Go to who you know. John 1:41 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ) (NIV) 3. Watch for divine appointments. Matthew 9:35-38 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” (NIV) 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the Word of God urgently at all times, whenever you get the chance, in season and out, when it is convenient and when it is not (TLB) 1 Peter 3:15 Be ready to speak up and tell anyone who asks why you’re living the way you are, and always with the utmost courtesy (MSG)

We have been saved by God's grace to live a life of faith and share the gospel with others. How do we fulfill the great commission to bring the good news of Jesus to our community? Desmond Cook brings a powerful word on sharing faith in today's message.

LEARNING TO SHARE YOUR FAITH (Acts 10:34-48) Let me tell you something very important, the door to salvation and eternal life in heaven with God is very wide.  The Bible tells us that, “There is no respect of persons,” and best of all it says in Revelation 22:17: “Whosoever will may come.”  The Bible also says that if anyone will believe on Him, that person will “receive remission of sins.”   So, I want you to say to yourself this morning, “I can be saved if I want to be saved.” God did not say that only some people can be saved, and other people cannot be saved, that some are in a select group. No, “there is no respect of persons with God,” none whatsoever. If you go to hell, a brokenhearted God will watch you drop into hell. It is not God's plan that you die and go to hell. “The Lord is … not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”(2 Peter 3:9)  But, the second thing is, if you are going to be saved, then you are going to be saved by Jesus, or you are not going to be saved at all. Jesus is not a good way to go to heaven. Jesus is not the best way to go to heaven. Jesus is the only way to go to heaven. And, if Jesus is not the only way, then He is none of the ways. He is not just one of the ways; He is either the only way or none of the ways.  John 14:6  6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. KJV Now, that is either true or false.  If it is true, then He is the only way. If it is false, then He is a liar and He is not any of the ways. So, you can't just kind of tip your hat to Jesus; you have to bow your knee to Jesus. And so, the door is very wide, but the way is very narrow.  Anybody can come through the door to Jesus, but the only way that you can come to God the Father is through the Lord Jesus Christ.  Click on the link below to hear a message on how to share your faith and lead someone to that wide open door. This is a live recording of The Master's Class Bible Study at LifeChange Church Wichita, KS. Amen.

In a world that feels more shaken and unstable than ever, where do we find a peace that actually lasts?Join Pastor Karl as he continues our Healthy House series, focusing on the vital importance of the "Front Door." It's easy for the church to become a safe haven with locked doors, but Jesus calls us to be a light on a hill and a welcoming table for the broken, the hurting, and the searching.Through the lens of Romans 10 and the parables of Jesus, we explore what it means to live a life of invitation. Whether you're at work, in your neighborhood, or with your family, you have a unique opportunity to sow seeds of hope.

Most Christians want to share their faith, but they don't know how to start. Here are five simple ways you can boldly witness for Christianity and evangelize with confidence, starting today.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/JyeT7IOTlZoLearn more about 12Church at https://www.twelvechurch.net/Find the 12Church evangelism training here: https://www.twelvechurch.net/evangelism-crash-course

Living the Gospel in a Watching World | The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World In this sermon, we walk through Paul's approach in Acts 17 and discover what it looks like to be stirred by the gospel and sent on purpose. You'll learn how to bring clarity to a confused culture and why the resurrection of Jesus is still the answer to every question the world is asking. Catch more messages or take your next step at burnthickory.com/next Key Insights: * If your heart isn't stirred by the gospel, your life won't reflect it. * You've been handpicked and placed on purpose. * We are sent to bring clarity, not condemnation. * Truth must be translated, not edited. * Every gospel message demands a response. Key Scripture: Acts 17 (https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ACT.17.ESV) Speaker: Matt Petty Series: The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://youtu.be/WaupdsaKK5M) ° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/) ° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)

Pastor Jason teaches from John 9 about the blind man who was healed by Jesus, emphasizing that we often get so focused on 'how' things work that we lose sight of 'who' God is. The sermon addresses why many Christians (50% according to research) feel uncomfortable sharing their faith despite believing it's the greatest thing that happened to them. Using the analogy of hitting a 90 mph fastball - which is scientifically impossible but happens regularly - Pastor Jason illustrates how we shouldn't let unexplainable questions prevent us from sharing the undeniable truth of how Jesus has changed our lives.The blind man's simple testimony 'I was blind and now I see' becomes the model for sharing our faith. Rather than needing to be attorneys with all the answers, we're called to be witnesses who simply tell our story. The sermon concludes with practical tips for sharing faith and challenges everyone to write their three-part story: 'I was' (life before Jesus), 'then God' (encountering Jesus), and 'now' (life after Jesus).

In this episode of Pray the Word on Philemon 6, David Platt calls us to share our faith today for others' good and our good.Explore more content from Radical.

Do you value faith in your household? How can I share my faith with others? In today's episode, Tanya shares how 2 Kings 23:36-24:17 reminds us that the gospel is not just something we should share, but live. If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from! Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we're exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: 2 Kings 23:36-24:17

In this episode of The Right Fight Podcast, Kenny and Tammie dive into one of the most important aspects of living a loving life: how to boldly and compassionately share your faith in everyday interactions. Whether you're confident in sharing the Gospel or you struggle with fear and uncertainty, this conversation will encourage you to let your light shine, love people where they are, and trust God to water the seeds that we plant. Listen in and discover how living out real Biblical love can transform you and the world around you.Follow us on Instagram! – https://www.instagram.com/johnkennedyvaughan/Follow us on TikTok! – https://www.tiktok.com/@johnkennedyvaughanSubscribe to our YouTube! – https://www.youtube.com/@therightfight.podcastShields of Strength! – https://www.shieldsofstrength.com/

Thank you for joining us as we continue our series called, "The Story of Acts." This week our Lead Pastor, Henry Williams, takes us through a sermon titled, "How to Share Your Faith” teaching from Acts 26.If you haven't already, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to download the Sermon Application Guide to follow along.For more information on how to get connected with Five Oaks Church, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiveoaks.church/connect-me

Today, join Linda and Gail as they discuss on how you can make the Bible relevant when talking with people from other religions and non believers. Book recommendations:Contextualization in the New Testament: Patterns for Theology and Mission: Flemming, Dean: 9780830828319: Amazon.com: BooksThings Fall Apart book by Chinua Achebe

Welcome back! Gail and Linda are on their 3rd and final session on the series Before you share your faith. Listen in as they discuss and expand on the book:Christian Books, Bibles, Gifts & more. - Christianbook.com

Join Paul and Steven as they conclude the series on how to defend and share your faith, addressing the question: Is Christianity a Crutch? To some, faith is a refuge from confronting the harsh realities of life.

In a world that feels increasingly broken and dark, we're reminded of our profound calling to be salt and light. Drawing from Jesus' declaration in Matthew 5, this message confronts us with a powerful truth: we are not merely suggested to influence the world—we ARE the salt of the earth and the light of the world. This isn't optional Christianity; it's our very identity. The sermon challenges two common errors we make: either retreating into isolation from a culture that makes us uncomfortable, or assimilating so completely that we become indistinguishable from the world around us. Instead, Jesus calls us to a third way—to live distinctively, visibly, intentionally, and courageously. The imagery is striking: salt that loses its flavor is useless, and a lamp hidden under a basket serves no purpose. We're confronted with sobering statistics about loneliness, mental health crises, and the decline of faith in America—a mirror shattered by sin, greed, and despair. Yet in this darkness, we're called not to despair but to action. This message from Pastor Tommy Carr beautifully illustrates how individual broken pieces of glass, when brought together and illuminated by Christ's light, create something breathtakingly beautiful—a disco ball effect where light scatters in every direction, touching the darkness wherever we go. This is the collective power of the church: alone we flicker small, but together we become a shining city on a hill that cannot be hidden.

In a world that feels increasingly broken and dark, we're reminded of our profound calling to be salt and light. Drawing from Jesus' declaration in Matthew 5, this message confronts us with a powerful truth: we are not merely suggested to influence the world—we ARE the salt of the earth and the light of the world. This isn't optional Christianity; it's our very identity. The sermon challenges two common errors we make: either retreating into isolation from a culture that makes us uncomfortable, or assimilating so completely that we become indistinguishable from the world around us. Instead, Jesus calls us to a third way—to live distinctively, visibly, intentionally, and courageously. The imagery is striking: salt that loses its flavor is useless, and a lamp hidden under a basket serves no purpose. We're confronted with sobering statistics about loneliness, mental health crises, and the decline of faith in America—a mirror shattered by sin, greed, and despair. Yet in this darkness, we're called not to despair but to action. This message from Pastor Tommy Carr beautifully illustrates how individual broken pieces of glass, when brought together and illuminated by Christ's light, create something breathtakingly beautiful—a disco ball effect where light scatters in every direction, touching the darkness wherever we go. This is the collective power of the church: alone we flicker small, but together we become a shining city on a hill that cannot be hidden.

How do we share our faith?

Be yourself, tell your story and live in joy!

We all have a lot going on in our own lives, but it's important that we aren't so focused on ourselves that we lose focus on the world around us that desperately needs God because God has chosen us to be a part of what He wants to do in it.

Welcome back! Today, join Gail and Linda as they talk about the importance of being prepared before you share your faith with unbelieving family and friends.

In this episode, hosts Paul and Steven explore one of the hardest questions in faith—why a good God allows suffering and evil. They discuss biblical insights and practical ways to respond with truth, compassion, and confidence when sharing your faith.

Starting a gospel conversation doesn't have to feel intimidating — it starts with caring enough to ask good questions. In this episode, Michelle Myers sits down with Clayton King to talk about how everyday conversations can open the door to eternal impact.We'll talk through practical ways to notice people, ask questions that matter, and depend on the Holy Spirit to guide what happens next. Whether you're nervous to share your faith or simply want to grow in readiness, this conversation will help you see evangelism as part of normal, Spirit-led life.

I realized this fall I kinda suck at talking to strangers and just non believers in general about my Christian faith. The reason I never did it? Fear of people's reactions but also just not knowing how to even do it. Today I'm sharing a ton of tips I've found from researching this topic of evangelizing and bringing up Jesus in everyday conversations. From podcasts, books, to chatting with friends, I've got a great list for you of things to help you share your faith with those around you. Making disciples of Jesus brings you a sense of purpose like never before! How cool would it be to meet someone in heaven and have them say, “I'm here because of you!” In light of eternity, other earthly matters fade (like caring what people think of you, being hurt by rude comments etc) and when we get behind what is important to God, like bringing more into His family, He is greatly pleased!Resources mentioned:Gospeler Book: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a TimeEvery Disciple Sent VideosThe Roman Road Took ExplainedSalvation Prayer:“Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Jesus to the cross to pay off my sin debt. I repent of my sinful ways. Thank You for raising Jesus from the dead. I confess Jesus is Lord and my savior! By the blood of Jesus I am saved. In the name of Jesus, I pray!”Connect with Nyla:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's second podcast, On the Job with God Christian Business Podcast

In this episode, Paul and Steven address a common question about faith: If God is real, why doesn't He make Himself obvious to everyone? They explore how Christians can respond, the role of faith, and ways to share these truths in meaningful conversations with others.

Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 9 that just like athletes train with discipline to win, we also need to prepare well to share our faith. That is why preparation matters in evangelism and how God has uniquely designed you to reach people who can only be reached by someone just like you.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

If someone you know needs to hear the gospel, do you feel equipped enough to share it? You could possibly tell them about the saving grace of Jesus Christ, but perhaps you don’t think you know enough Bible verses or you don’t have the right personality. If you are honest, you may not think what […]

Pastor Jeff Sparkman continues our series through the Gospel of John in John 19, on Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea's bravery to declare their support of Jesus as the Messiah. This message encourages us to remember that when we are in a spiritual battle, the devil does not want truth to be brought to the light. But God is using this to advance His Kingdom, the truth of the Gospel is being shared all over the world like never before, and people are boldly speaking out. This is the hour to be bold and share God's truth openly!

257. Using the Four Points to Share Your Faith. Today's episode is an interview with Dave Sharples on The Four Points. This is a brilliant evangelism tool that helps us share the good news using four clear images. www.the4points.com For more information dave@the4points.com Links to the training days in 2025 THE4POINTS Training Event 22nd November THE4POINTS Facebook   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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Paul and Steven are kicking off a new series all about how to share, defend, and grow your faith by diving into some of the big questions people often ask. In this episode, they tackle the idea that “all religions are basically the same.” It might sound nice, but they break down why that's not really true. Stick around for their FIT segment answers and a fun bonus question at the end!

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The Gospel1. God is righteous and perfect.“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men.” (Romans 1:18)“Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48)2. Because God is righteous, He must judge sin.“For He will render to each one according to his works.” (Romans 2:6)“The Lord is a God of justice.” (Isaiah 30:18)3. All people have sinned and deserve judgment.“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)4. The payment for sin is death.“For the wages of sin is death.” (Romans 6:23a)“But as for the cowardly, the faithless… their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)5. Jesus, fully God and fully man, died the death we deserve.“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.” (John 1:1, 14)“…and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith.” (Romans 3:24–26)6. Through faith in Jesus, God forgives sin and declares us righteous.“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Romans 5:1)“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)“…that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures… that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.” (1 Corinthians 15:3–4)7. By faith, we receive eternal life with God.“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)“We would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8)

Episode Summary: Jesus told us to go into all the world and share the gospel. Yet many Christians admit they struggle with the confidence to do so. In this episode, my son, Blake, joins me to talk about how to start natural conversations that open the door to sharing your faith with others. Together we share practical ways to make those conversations genuine and meaningful. Quotables from the episode: God tells us to go to all the ends of the earth. And he says that it's his desire that none would perish, not even one. So we have a responsibility to share our Christian faith with others while we still have the time. My faith really became my own when I went off to college. One of the big focuses of our church’s college ministry was evangelism. We were practicing evangelizing towards students who maybe didn't have a worldview set in stone yet. Lots of students who were leaving the home and flying the nest for the first time and looking for an explanation for the world around them. Something to cling to as they looked for hope and as they looked for something to identify themselves with. Since graduating college, handful of years ago, I have moved into a job in the professional workforce where I am around adults who now have a set worldview. And my practice of evangelism has had to change from inviting people who are seeking a worldview to adopt the worldview of Christianity and pursue our loving God and Savior, while they were just looking for a way to identify themselves. And that was an easy invitation to now discussing with strangers and coworkers who have set worldview and who have set opinions on Christianity, which has definitely been a shift. It is important to ask people about themselves and to ask people about their beliefs and even when people aren’t comfortable talking about themselves, people are generally willing to talk about their hobbies and their beliefs about the world and how the world operates and how the world should operate. Efforts to evangelize with people can be difficult because even if it’s true that you were sinful and there’s a solution to sin and we can be forgiven for it, people don’t care about the sin if they don’t think that the God that says these things are sin exists or they don’t think that God has any impact over their life or over what happens after their life and so it’s not until you get people to a place where they recognize this God is real and he does have an impact on our life and what happens after our life that they care about what he says is sin and what he says is wrong. We all start with questions of “who am I?” “Where did I come from?” “Why and I here?” “How am I supposed to treat other people while I’m here?” and “Where am I going?” Two important questions are “what do you mean by that? Why do you believe that?” People don’t care what you have to say, until they know you care. even just asking the question, what do you mean by that, it shows that you have interest, you care about their beliefs and where they came from. Right. And I think that that question is powerful and it serves multiple purposes because when people have legitimate hurts, you don't want to just immediately jump to the Bible and go, well, you shouldn't have been hurt by that because that's not how God is. - Or God works all things together for good. Right, which is true. And that's a helpful response for Christians who you're close to and you know that that will hold some value to them. But for someone who's not a Christian, that response will necessarily feel insensitive. - Yes. - And so to ask, what do you mean by that when you're discussing with someone who has legitimate hurts from the church or legitimate hurts from people who are Christians, further clarifies what their beliefs are, which is helpful for you because you get an understanding of what you're actually responding to. Recommended Resources: Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions by Greg Koukl Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity’s Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host: For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Are you afraid to share your faith? You're not alone—most Christians admit they don't feel equipped. But Jesus calls us to be disciples and make disciples, not just attend church. In this final week of our More Like Jesus series, Pastor Jason unpacks Five Practical Ways to Share Your Faith—through your story, kindness, the Gospel, prayer, and inviting others to church.Discover how you can confidently live out the Great Commission and be an ambassador for Christ in your everyday life.

Are you struggling with how to share your faith? In this powerful conversation, Mark Spence from Living Waters shares practical evangelism tips that will help you overcome fear and become confident in gospel sharing.

In this episode of Gospel Talks, Pastor Tate and Jeff Musgrave unpack the real-life impact of sharing the gospel with clarity and intentionality. They discuss common mistakes in evangelism, the importance of building authentic relationships, and how to recognize "soul needs" that open doors for meaningful conversations.You'll hear how Bible studies like The Exchange can serve as powerful tools in guiding people toward Christ, why relational evangelism is central to the mission of the church, and how everyday believers can step into gospel conversations with confidence. Plus, George and Jeff introduce the Exchange Message App—a practical resource to help you share the gospel in person or digitally.Whether you've been sharing your faith for years or are just beginning, this episode will equip and encourage you to take the next step in making disciples.Chapters:00:00 – Real-Life Impact of Gospel Sharing00:16 – Understanding the Gospel and Evangelism Mistakes03:04 – The Importance of Personal Relationships in Evangelism06:02 – Navigating Conversations and Soul Needs11:52 – Utilizing Bible Studies for Effective Evangelism16:04 – The Role of the Church in Community Evangelism21:15 – Tools for Evangelism: The Exchange App and Resources

In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Castleview Baptist Church sits down with Jeff Musgrave — church planter, pastor for 26 years, and founder of The Exchange ministry. Jeff shares how God called him into church planting, the unique challenges and growth barriers he faced, and the vital role community plays in helping a church thrive. He also explains why creating a culture of connection is essential, how The Exchange was born, and tells the powerful story of a couple who came to Christ through a simple four-lesson Bible study.Chapter Markers:00:00 Opening Insights on Bible Study Interest03:08 The Journey of Church Planting05:54 Growth Barriers in Church Development09:14 The Role of Community in Church Growth12:03 Creating a Culture of Connection15:03 Transitioning to the Exchange Ministry18:10 Real-Life Impact of Gospel Sharing

Send us a textIn this week's Midweek Motivation, Pastor Jess closes out our Campfire Conversations series with one powerful, practical tool to help you share your faith naturally: BLESS.BLESS is a simple acronym that will guide you to Begin with prayer, Listen deeply, Eat together, Serve, and Share your story. It's not about being pushy or awkward—it's about letting the work God is doing in you overflow into the lives of others.Whether you've struggled to start spiritual conversations or you're looking for new ways to connect, this episode will give you the confidence and clarity to live on mission right where you are.Discover:What BLESS stands for and how to live it out every dayWhy sharing your story is more powerful than you thinkHow to make faith conversations feel natural and genuinePractical ways to serve others and open doors for God's workWhen you embrace the BLESS lifestyle, you'll see God use your everyday moments to impact eternity. It's not about adding more to your to-do list—it's about living with intention and love.Key Takeaways:Begin with prayer to align your heart with God's mission.Listening is more powerful than speaking in building trust.Meals are one of the best ways to connect meaningfully.Serving others reflects the heart of Jesus.Sharing your story can change someone's life.Question for you to think about:Which letter of BLESS will you focus on this week, and why?Special Callout:This week we're focusing on serving! If you're interested in getting involved at westside visit https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/volunteering.Subscribe for weekly encouragement and join us in growing deeper in faith and living out God's calling.#MidweekMotivation #WestsideCommunityChurch #BlessOthers #FaithInAction #ShareYourStory #CampfireConversations #Serving #ChristianLiving #Evangelism #SpiritualGrowth #PracticalFaith

You don't have to be perfect, polished, or preachy to make a difference for Jesus. In this message, discover how your everyday story—just like the Samaritan woman's—can become a powerful witness that points people to Christ. You might be surprised how God wants to use you.

Have you ever wanted to talk about Jesus with other's but simply not known where or how to start? In today's episode we share practical tips and stories of how we share our faith with others and how to do it in a way that makes other's feel seen and loved. We pray this conversation empowers you to feel equipped to start talking about faith with strangers, coworkers, loved ones and the many people you encounter day to day!

In this week's Dadvice we continue to discuss ways we can live unashamed for Jesus. Join my dad and I as we look at three astronauts who have been bold in their faith. We hope this encourages you to take every opportunity you can to share the gospel!

Regardless of what our culture has come to believe, as a Christian, you have a mandate from Christ himself, to share the gospel with others. We cannot believe that evangelism is a calling for someone else. We cannot leave the responsibility to others. No, we are all called by Jesus to be His witnesses.Main Points:1.  In my lifetime there has been a growing sentiment in our society that it's wrong to talk about matters of faith. People have come to believe it's improper to try to convert someone to become a follower of Jesus. Many now feel it's insensitive, impolite, and even rude to witness to them about Christ.2. Your message is good news. The truth that Jesus saves, forgives, heals, and delivers is good news. We live in a society filled with bad news, negativity, pessimism, gloom, and hopelessness. Amid all this darkness, people are desperate for some good news.3. Begin by telling people your story. Let them know what Jesus has done in your life and what He means to you. Remember, God, has given you the Holy Spirit to empower you to be bold and courageous. You have everything you need to be an effective witness for Christ. Today's Scripture Verses:Acts 1:8 - “ But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”1 Peter 3:15 - “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect…”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

The enemy can try to get in our heads so that we will avoid sharing with others, but this goes against Jesus' final words before His ascension. - Emma Danzey

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