Evangelism is not just a task: it is the heartbeat of biblical Christianity. As followers of Jesus, we carry the responsibility and privilege of sharing the good news of salvation with the world. The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 (NLT) reminds us: “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you.” Evangelism is not about winning arguments or forcing faith — it’s about lovingly sharing the hope we have in Christ with those who are lost, offering them the opportunity to experience the eternal life and peace only He can give.

Yet, too often, cultural Christianity tempts us to stay silent. Fear of rejection, misunderstanding the gospel, or prioritizing comfort over obedience can hold us back. But the truth is, the gospel was never meant to be hidden. Jesus Himself declared in Matthew 5:14-16 (NLT): “You are the light of the world —like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket.” Our faith is meant to shine, bringing light to a dark and broken world. Evangelism is not just a religious duty — it’s an act of love, obedience, and eternal significance.

The good news is that we are not alone in this mission. The Holy Spirit empowers us to be bold and faithful witnesses, planting seeds of faith and trusting God for the harvest. As Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 3:7 (NLT): “It’s not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What’s important is that God makes the seed grow.”

Evangelism is not about our ability but about God’s power working through us. So, let us rise above cultural expectations and boldly proclaim the gospel, knowing that we are simply messengers of the greatest victory in history: Jesus has won, and through Him, the lost can be saved.

Just a thought,

PSS