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The Importance of Evangelism in Christianity

Evangelism is a vital part of Christianity, as it is a means of grace that brings people to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. The goals of evangelism are to bring people to a saving knowledge of Christ, incorporate them into the full life of the church, and transform society to conform to God's intention. Evangelism is not just about mass rallies or wholesale decisions for Christ, but rather about individual people making a personal commitment to follow Jesus. It is a means of finding those points where people are sensitive to the truth of the gospel message and directing them to God's working.

The Purpose and Methods of Evangelism

Evangelism aims to find those points where people are in touch with God's working and direct them to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. It is not just about the church or mass evangelism, but rather about individual Christians taking responsibility to evangelize their neighbors. The effectiveness of evangelism can be seen in its ability to bring people to Christ, as observed in the author's experience with the Romans Road program. This program presents the gospel after preparing listeners by means of two questions, demonstrating the importance of preparation and sensitivity in evangelism.

The Relationship Between Evangelism and Church Life

Evangelism is not the primary purpose of church assemblies, but rather a vital part of Christian duty that involves both evangelism and sociopolitical involvement. The author notes that evangelism is not seen as a primary purpose when the church assembles for worship, but rather as a means of fulfilling Christian duty. This highlights the importance of balancing evangelism with other aspects of church life, such as worship and discipleship. By understanding the role of evangelism in Christianity, we can better fulfill our duty to share the gospel with others and bring people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.