My Philosophy on Evangelism

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My Philosophy on Evangelism

The word “evangelism” can arouse various feelings. Historically, practices of “evangelism” disrupted lives and caused deaths around the world. Today some would still attribute it to imperialism and intolerance. However, “evangelism” has also been known to bring hope, healing, and even financial confidence to many unfortunate lives. Essentially, this simple word unravels many complex definitions. Fundamentalists hold to its brighter meanings, while many skeptics frown from even the sound of it. In spite of anyone’s concept, it is a necessary task that deserves appropriate methodology when dealing with it.

General logic should convince us of the importance of evangelism. Our world constantly changes through our beliefs. For instance, we gave the Constitution its birth—its laws and the powers to enforce it. Certain concepts such as “murder,” “slavery,” and “rape” we have simply defined as evil. We constantly share or enforce our ideas on others. Despite certain opinions, putting our ideals and beliefs into practice will happen. And evangelism is such a task. It is the goal of trying to have people come to faith in Christ. While the entire world is sharing its thoughts, we too must share our beliefs of our faith. It causes God’s presence to be near. It helps bring greater justice to the world. It can benefit countless lives. Thus, it logically makes sense that we should share God’s Word.

The Bible also commands us to share our faith. Even if we accept the notion that evangelism is unnecessary, it contradicts the teaching of God’s Word. In a non-theistic world, society or government claims to be the standards of justice and morality. However, as Christians we are only obligate...

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...s. I always try my best to become involved in it. Sometimes it is hard to encounter people cold to the message. But I know that it can bring wonderful changes. Holding onto such faith, I persist to share the Gospels.

Today, there are humans around the globe that never even heard of the name, Jesus. We know that the consequence of Hell is real. We know that heaven is an alternative. As Christians, we also know that the love of Christ exists. He helped thousands of people in the past, and He can heal countless more in the future. With such reasons, we should never tire from sharing the Gospel. It is a life-changing news to announce. Despite what some may say or feel about evangelism, it is something necessary. It is the greatest hope for all humans. Though some have applied it terribly in history, it should not prevent us from accomplishing its message.

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