Principles of Evangelism in the Life of Jesus
Gerson P. Santos
God's Purpose for His Church
“The church is God's appointed
agency for the salvation of men.
It was organized for service, and
its mission is to carry the gospel
to the world.” (AA, 9)
“… Go ye
therefore, and
make disciples
of all nations,
baptizing…
teaching…”
Matthew 28:19-20
God’s Way to Keep His Church
Going and Growing
Make
Disciples
“The Saviour's
commission to the
disciples included all the
believers. It includes all
believers in Christ to the
end of time. It is a fatal
mistake to suppose that
the work of saving souls
depends alone on the
ordained minister.” (DA, 822)
God’s Way to Keep a Church
Going and Growing
making is a continuous
process by which people
 who are converted to Jesus Christ
 relate themselves to each other
 and become responsible, reproducing
church members.
 These disciples go out to make other
disciples, baptizing, teaching and
relating them to the church also.
 Disciple
“The first disciples went forth
preaching the word. They
revealed Christ in their lives.
And the Lord worked with
them…
The gospel was to be carried to
the uttermost parts of the earth,
and they claimed the
endowment of power that Christ
had promised. Then it was that
the Holy Spirit was poured out,
and thousands were converted
in a day…
So it may be now. Instead of man's
speculations, let the word of God be
preached. Let Christians put away
their dissensions, and give themselves
to God for the saving of the lost.
(DA, 827)
God’s Way to Keep a Church
Going and Growing
Baptizing
Going
Make
Disciples
Teaching
Responsible
church
Jesus’ Method Works!
Learn from Christ the science of soul saving.
Review & Herald, Mar. 30, 1905
Christ’s method alone will give true success in reaching
the people.
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their
good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to
their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade
them, ‘Follow Me.’
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
Jesus’ Method of Witnessing
Socialized
While we should cultivate sociability, let it not be
merely for amusement, but for a purpose. There are
souls to save.
Testimonies, Vol. 5, p. 599
The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their
good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to
their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade
them, ‘Follow Me.’
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
Jesus’ Method of Witnessing
Socialized
Sympathized
The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their
good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to
their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade
them, ‘Follow Me.’
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
Jesus’ Method of Witnessing
Socialized
Sympathized
Served
The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their
good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to
their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade
them, ‘Follow Me.’
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
Jesus’ Method of Witnessing
Socializing +
Sympathizing +
Serving =
WINNING CONFIDENCE
The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their
good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to
their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade
them, ‘Follow Me.’
Ministry of Healing, p. 143
Jesus’ Method of Witnessing
Socialized
Sympathized
Served
Saved
Christ’s Methods
•
He got along with the people
• He ministered their needs
• He sympathized and empathized
with the people.
• Won their confidence
• Said: “Follow me”
“Christ made the presentation of his message precede for
acts of love and benevolence.”
Christian Service, p. 142
“He did not any human being for granted.”
Christian Service, p. 151
“Jesus saw in every soul a human being who should be called
to His kingdom.”
Christian Service, p. 149
“He makes an invitation: ‘Come to me all that are weary and
I will bring rest to your life”
Ministry of Healing, p. 20
“God retains his blessings because His people do not work in
harmony with his methods.”
Testimonies VII, p. 18
“Now is the time for us to follow the correct learning
methods and to imitate the example of Christ.”
Evangelism, p. 44
1. Personal Work
2. Small Groups
3. Public Evangelism
“If we follow the example of Christ in
doing goodness, our hearts will open up
as well as His.”
Christian Service, p. 150
Three Principles of Bible Study
Introduce Jesus first
• Gradually reveal the truth
• Frequent calls
•
“F O R T” Principle
F
Family
O
Occupation
R
Religion
T
Testimony
FAMILY
•
Are you originally from here?
•
Where are you from?
•
How is your family doing?
OCCUPATION
•What kind of work do you do?
•How long have you worked there?
RELIGION
•Do you normally attend here?
•What is your religious background?
•Which church do you attend?
TESTIMONY
•My life before I accepted Christ.
•How I became a Christian.
•My life since becoming a Christian.
“My brothers and sisters, visit the people who live close to
you, and for the sympathy and the kindness, make sure
you reach their hearts.”
C.S., p. 144
“…helping where it is needed…”.
C.S., p. 142
“Sympathize with them, pray with them, take advantage of the
opportunities to do good to them, and when possible, get
together with a few people and read the Bible to their darkened
minds.”
C.S., p. 145
“There is no need to spend much time in doctrinal themes; speak of
the work and the sacrifice of Christ.”
C.S., p. 142
“Christ crucified: speak of this truth, pray about it and sing it and it
will shatter and it will win souls.”
C.S., p. 163
“Tell them how you found Jesus and how blessed you have been ever
since you put yourself in His service.”
C.S., p. 156
“Speak to them about the happiness and joy that accompany Christian
life.”
C.S., p. 156
“This way you will win their hearts and you shall speak to them
about the Savior.”
C.S., p. 128
“God’s angels will assist you in accompanying you to the homes
of the people you visit.
C.S., p. 147
“I am with you always,” is his promise.
C.S., p. 144