Evangelism defined

What is evangelism, exactly? A survey would probably tell us that it is a "fuzzy" word, one whose definition is not clear, either in popular culture or in the church. For some of those questioned, it would be a very positive word, creating feelings of embracing others with the loving arms of Christ. Unfortunately, for many more it would be a bad word, yoked with negative feelings and experiences. They might remember a pastor urging …

…be ready to give an answer for the hope that is within us. It is a sad observation that many of the cult groups know their mistaken theologies well enough to deceive well-meaning but under-informed Christians. Second, we must see that evangelism, and discipleship, is not merely the work of saving souls, but of saving people. And it is a privilege we have of being saved, sanctified, and purified by God's grace. To be continued...