Evangelism Isn't Saving Souls, but Meeting the Need, Kind of a Long Walk

"If evangelism isn't saving souls, but inviting people into what the now, athe, not yet is, it becomes less of a conversation and more of a long walk," he says. "i would have to sit with that person and walk with that person ... invite that person into a bunch of other communal aspects."

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Exploring how rethinking evangelism transforms our invitation to others, focusing on relationship and community rather than just words or the sinner's prayer. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford tackle listener questions about the true nature of evangelism, the role of the church, and what it means to invite people into the Kingdom of God.

Key Takeaways:

• Beyond Niceness: Do We Need Words? – Addressing whether being kind is enough or if evangelism requires vocal witnessing.

• Women as Image Bearers of God – Discussing how women fully reflect God's image and the importance of gender inclusivity in Christianity.

• The Church's Role in Society – Differentiating between questing for power and using power on behalf of others, and how the church should embody justice.

• Inviting into Relationship and Community – Exploring what we are truly inviting non-believers into if not just the sinner's prayer, emphasizing genuine relationships and participation in God's Kingdom.

Resources Mentioned:

• 2 Corinthians 5:20 – Understanding the concept of being ambassadors for Christ.

• N.T. Wright's Writings – Insights on the Kingdom of God and the Gospel as an announcement.

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