Evangelism

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

100 Creative Ministry Outreach Ideas for Every Size, Budget, and Neighborhood

100 creative ministry outreach ideas that will work in your church — from community events and compassion ministries to online engagement and family outreach.

6 Ways to Be Salt and Light to the World

Christians and church leaders can live out Jesus’ call to be salt and light—showing love and grace, boldly serving and sharing the gospel, and inspiring hope.

Is It Possible to Manipulate People Into the Kingdom?

"Nowhere in Scripture are we commanded to 'get people to pray the sinner’s prayer.' We were told to make disciples."

Rick Warren: Balance Is the Key to Church Health

"A far better focal point than church growth is church health. Big isn’t better. Small isn’t better. Healthy is better."

Amplifying Evangelism: The Future of Outreach and Mission

Ed Stetzer: "Churches that make these three shifts will be more effective at outreach in a skeptical culture."

The Decline of Christian America—An Opportunity for the Gospel?

Ed Stetzer: "People need to see that 'Christian' isn’t just a check box on a survey, but a life changed by the gospel."

How One Pastor Overcame His Personal Evangelism Slump

"I was a pastor whose schedule kept me from being around anybody far from God. But a year ago something changed."

It Started With Science Fiction: Reflections on Missional vs. Attractional Evangelism

Should churches primarily work at attracting seekers, or should churches practice a more missional approach?

4 Simple Ways to Engage Millennials

"As millennials, the way we see the world often makes it difficult for us to meaningfully connect with the local church."

Where Have All the Evangelism Conferences Gone?

Ed Stetzer: "I don’t think more evangelism conferences is the answer, but the lack of many is a symptom of a larger problem."