Evangelistic Honesty

Scott Beyer
05/10/23 - Bulletin

“For we are not like many, peddling the word of God, but as from sincerity, but as from God, we speak in Christ in the sight of God.” (2 Corinthians 2:17)

            Evangelism isn’t sales.  We aren’t peddling our wares.  Becoming a Christian isn’t like joining a gym or getting a monthly shave club membership.  We don’t need to convince people or beg them to obey God.  Our job is to just be sincere, speak Christ plainly and simply, and then let the Word of God be the seed that it is (see Luke 8:11).

            Not all soil is good for growing.  Give everyone a chance, but it isn’t your job to make the sale; it is your job to speak Christ.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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