TEXT: Matt 7:1-5 & John 3:1-16
MEMORY VERSE:
1. Matt 7:5 “Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother’s eye.”
2. John 3:11 “Verily, Verily I say unto thee, we speak that which we know and testify to that which we have seen and ye receive not our witness.”
Introduction:
In our last study, we examined the definition and importance of personal evangelism. We saw how it is the desire of both the heavenly Father as well as the Lord Jesus Christ.
The early church and the present day church are not left out in the matter. Today, we will continue by examining the requirements in personal evangelism. May the Holy Spirit teach us in Jesus Name – Amen.
Lesson Outlines
A. Basic Requirements
B. Other Requirements
A. Basic Requirements
The first requirement is the assurance of one’s salvation – Matt 7:5 & John 3:11 which must be based on the Word of God – John 1:12 & 1 John 5:13. Paul testified of it boldly – 2 Corinthians 3:12. A firm conviction produces a plain confession which in turn encourages confidence on the part of the hearer – 2 Corinthians 4:13-14.
Secondly, the soul winner must be convinced that all men and women without Christ are ruined, because:
- They are dead and in need of regeneration – John 3:1-16 & Eph 2:1
- They are lost needing salvation – Luke 19:10 & 2 Corinthians 4:13
- They are slaves needing redemption – Rom 3:24 & 8:34
- They are blind needing illumination – 2 Corinthians 4:4 & Eph 4:18
- They are rebels needing reconciliation – Dan 9:9; Rom 5:10 & Col 1:21
- They are criminals needing justification. Sin is the crime – Mark 7:21-22.
- They are debtors needing pardon – Luke 7:41-43
B. Other Requirements
Other requirements for personal evangelism include:
- Genuine love for and absolute obedience to the Lord Jesus Christ – John 14:15 & 1 Corinthians 13:3-7.
- Knowledge of the Word of God – 2 Tim 2:15 & 3:15-16. The word of God is alive, powerful, cutting, piercing and able to divide asunder – Rom 1:16; Eph 6:17; 2 Tim 4:1-2 & Heb 4:12.
- An all round life of godliness – Isaiah 52:11; Rom 12:1-3; 2 Corinthians 6:14-18; Eph 5:18.
- Courage and strength – Josh 1:9; Psalm 27:1; 62:2; Isaiah 40:31 & 2 Corinthians 12:9.
- Divine wisdom and guidance – John 4:7-9; 13-15; 16:13 & James 1:5. These will undoubtedly supply the needed facts in personal evangelism.
Conclusion:
We have been able to discover the requirements for personal evangelism. Since these are not impossible in the sight of God, why not prayerfully move ahead to win souls from today. God will help you in Jesus Name, Amen.
Questions:
List the basic requirements for personal evangelism.
What are other requirements?
What are the things that combine to supply the needed fact in personal evangelism?