Witnessing

Think of three blessings you have received from a follower of Jesus that has brought you closer to Him

I. God’s Heart

Read II Peter 3:9

1. What is God’s desire for those who don’t know Him?

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Read Luke 19:10

2. Why did Jesus come to earth? What does that tell us about His priorities? How would you compare your priorities to His?

II. Our Part

Read Acts 1:8

3. What did Jesus promise would happen when the Holy Spirit came upon them? What would be the result?

Read Romans 10:13-15

4. What do people need to do to be saved? What is our role in that process?

III. How Can You Be an Effective Witness for Christ?

A. Through your life Read Matthew 5:16

5. How should your life affect those around you?

B. Through your story

Read John 4:39

6. What did the Samaritan woman do after she met Jesus? What was the result?

C. Through the gospel

Read Romans 1:16

7. How did Paul feel about sharing the gospel to others? How do you feel about sharing about Christ with others?

Read II Corinthians 5:20

8. What does Paul call us?

As ambassadors of Christ, what are we supposed to do?