Why Undertake Evangelism Training?


by Aleena Denison - Date: 2009-07-16 - Word Count: 610 Share This!

Training is important for anything one does in life. In order to do well in a job, a certain amount of training is required. Here are four reasons why you should seek evangelism training:

• Jesus sent, after He trained
During the time of Jesus' earthly ministry He spent many hours training the disciples for evangelism. Of course, they didn't understand all of the things He taught them until later, but He gave them all the tools they would need to share His message with the lost world. After His resurrection, He sent the disciples out, "Go then, and make disciples of all the nations... teaching them to keep all the rules which I have given you." Matthew 28:19,20
Other places in the Bible also talk about training. Paul tells Timothy, "And the things which I have said to you... give to those of the faith, so that they may be teachers of others." II Timothy 2:2, and Peter says, "…be ready at any time when you are questioned about the hope which is in you." I Peter 3:15

• Farmers train and harvesters are needed
A good farmer will learn all he can to bring in a better harvest each year, and when the time for harvesting comes, he will look to hire those who have training in harvesting. Not just anyone will do. One must already be familiar with what is harvested and must understand the process. It wouldn't be helpful to have someone who doesn't know the fruit from the weed, or the techniques of harvesting. Jesus compared the world today as a field that is ready for harvest, "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; pray therefore the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest." Luke 10:2 Are there more workers who could go, but only lack training? Imagine what it would be like if all who believe on Jesus would train for harvesting souls!

• You will be relieved of potential fears
Probably one of the biggest reasons that believers don't, or won't evangelize is fear. What does one say? What if one says the wrong thing? What if one is backed into a corner? Training in the Word of God grows your knowledge of God and equips you in sharing Him with others. How can there be reason to fear when you go with the knowledge of God? "Have no fear, for I am with you; do not be looking about in trouble, for I am your God; I will give you strength, yes, I will be your helper; yes, my true right hand will be your support." Isaiah 41:10

• You need to know how to deal with wolves
Before Jesus sent the disciples out, he warned them, "Be on the watch for false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inside they are cruel wolves." Matthew 7:15 Then He said, "See, I send you out as sheep among wolves. Be then as wise as snakes, and as gentle as doves." Matthew 10:16 He gave them the training they would need when faced with those who would try to back them into a corner. There are those who would do the same to you. Some will not only try to confuse you about what you believe, but will try to convince you to believe something else. How will you stand against them? Jesus told the disciples to use the wisdom that He gave them. Seek that wisdom so that you can deal with the wolves.

Of course, the reasons for seeking evangelism training are not limited to just four, but perhaps these four will motivate you to action as you journey through your Christian life.


Aleena Denison has a heart for seeing the message of the Bible presented in a clear way, dedicated to sharing Jesus with the lost, and helping believers see their responsibilities in evangelism, discipleship, and Bible study. For more information and free downloads, see http://www.goodseed.comn
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