Campus Ministry Today (CMT) Turning Messages Into Gospel Movement
Jan 1, 2026
Nick Floyd, lead pastor at Cross Church, shares his journey from campus pastor to church leader, focusing on the power of public invitations in evangelism. He emphasizes the importance of humility and preparation when inviting students to respond to the gospel. Floyd discusses balancing group outreach with one-on-one follow-up and practical tips for first-time invitations. He also highlights the necessity of modeling faith and expectation, encouraging leaders to create an environment where God can move freely.
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C3 Growth After Intentional Leadership
- Cross Church's college ministry (C3) grew after leadership changes and intentional investment.
- Within 18 months C3 became larger than ever and saw increased openness among students.
Prepare The Invitation Like The Sermon
- Prep the ending of your message as carefully as the sermon itself.
- Practice and script invitations so you can deliver a clear, confident call to respond.
Hire For Evangelistic DNA
- Hiring shapes evangelistic culture more than programs do.
- Place people with evangelistic hearts in roles where growth and gospel response matter.