THERE
ARE
STILL
FISH
IN
THE
SEA
BIG DIOMEDE
and
LITTLE DIOMEDE
AMERICA IS BECOMING
A “POST-CHRISTIAN” NATION
Ted Turner
Jesse Ventura
Bertrand Russell
Robert Reich
Christopher Hitchens
Sam Harris
Richard Dawkins
“The great conflict of the 21st century will not be between
the West and terrorism. Terrorism is a tactic, not a belief.
The true battle will be between modern civilization and
anti-modernists; between those who believe in the
primacy of the individual and those who believe that
human beings owe their allegiance and identity to a higher
authority; between those who give priority to life in this
world and those who believe that human life is mere
preparation for an existence beyond life; between those
who believe in science, reason, and logic and those who
believe that truth is revealed through Scripture and
religious dogma. Terrorism will disrupt and destroy lives.
But terrorism itself is not the greatest danger we face.”
- Robert Reich, The American Prospect, July 2004
“I am of the opinion that the chief dangers which confront the coming
century will be religion without the Holy Spirit, Christianity without Christ,
forgiveness without repentance, salvation without regeneration, politics
without God and Heaven without Hell.”
- William Booth, Founder of Salvation Army
GOALS FOR OUR TIME TOGETHER
HOPE
H elps
O verview
P lan
E ncouraged
AGENDA
The Sea: M.A.P.
The Fish: Meaning and Motivation
The Fishing Boat: Model and Ministry
The Rod and Reel: Methodology
The Tackle Box: Means
THE SEA: M.A.P.
THE CHURCH
Acts 2:41-47 (GW)
Those who accepted what Peter said were baptized. That day about 3,000
people were added {to the group}.
The disciples were devoted to the teachings of the apostles, to fellowship, to
the breaking of bread, and to prayer.
A feeling of fear came over everyone as many amazing things and miraculous
signs happened through the apostles.
All the believers kept meeting together, and they shared everything with each
other.
From time to time, they sold their property and other possessions and
distributed the money to anyone who needed it.
The believers had a single purpose and went to the temple every day. They
were joyful and humble as they ate at each other's homes and shared their
food.
At the same time, they praised God and had the good will of all the people.
Every day the Lord saved people, and they were added to the group.
THE BODY OF CHRIST
Romans 12:1-11 I Corinthians 12:12-31
THE BODY OF CHRIST
Romans 12:1-11 I Corinthians 12:12-31
…..Our bodies have many parts, but these parts don't all do the same
thing. In the same way, even though we are many individuals, Christ
makes us one body and individuals who are connected to each
other. God in his kindness gave each of us different gifts. If your gift is
speaking God's word, make sure what you say agrees with the Christian
faith. If your gift is serving, then devote yourself to serving. If it is
teaching, devote yourself to teaching. 8 If it is encouraging others,
devote yourself to giving encouragement. If it is sharing, be generous. If
it is leadership, lead enthusiastically. If it is helping people in need, help
them cheerfully. Love sincerely. Hate evil. Hold on to what is good. Be
devoted to each other like a loving family. Excel in showing respect for
each other. Rom 12 (GW)
THE BODY OF CHRIST
Romans 12:1-11 I Corinthians 12:12-31
Vital Signs:
Pastor
Parishioners
Purpose
Program Structure
Perceptions
Providers
Praising
Prayer
Metrics
Exaltation and Evangelism Metrics
# of pre – Christians in Worship
# of pre-Christians in Church Community
# of annual outreach events 6-8
# of newcomers involved in leadership
in the past 2 years – 20%
# of members who know their spiritual gifts 60 %
Edification Metrics
# of small groups 1 12/15 adults in worship
# of worship attenders who are part of a small group 60%-70%
# of small groups formed within the last 2 years
target 20% minimum
7 Habits of a Newcomer Friendly Church
7 impressions newcomers receive before first visit
7 loving touches on the first visit
7 caring contacts over the next seven days
7 weeks to build seven new relationships
7 months to find a place of significant service
7 new prospects developed in seven weeks
7 months to decide if this is home
M.A.P. PARADIGM
MINISTRY ACTION PLAN….A PATHWAY TO DISCIPLESHIP
Sow
Come
Know
Cultivate
Grow
Disciple
Show
Lead
World Changers
LEADERSHIP PARADIGM SHIFT
LEADERSHIP PARADIGM SHIFT
TIMES HAVE CHANGED….
CHURCH SIZE TYPOLOGY
10-75
75-200
201-450
451+
Parishioner Centered
Pastoral Centered
Program Centered
Corporate Centered
ORV BREAKDOWN
CHURCH HEALTH
“The body becomes stronger
as its members become
healthier. The whole church
of God gains when the
members that compose it
begin to seek a better and a
higher life."
A. W. Tozer
COMMON CHURCH DISEASES
Ethnikitis
Ghost Town Disease
People Blindness
Sociological Strangulation
Koinonitis
Hyper-Co-operativism
Arrested Spiritual
Development
St. John’s Syndrome
Hypopneumia
COMMON BARRIERS
Facility
Staffing
Governance
Church Calendar
Cultural
Worship Times
Website
CHURCH GROWTH PRINCIPLE
I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.
1 Corinthians 3:6 (ESV)
4 AXIOMS OF CHURCH GROWTH
Pastor
Parishioners
Purpose
Proper Conditions
EIGHT ESSENTIAL
QUALITY CHARACTERISTICS
Empowering Leadership
Gift Based Ministry
Passionate Spirituality
Effective Structures
Inspiring Worship
Holistic Small Groups Need-Oriented Evangelism
Loving Relationships
THE FISH:
MEANING AND MOTIVATION
Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields,
that they are white for harvest. – John 4:35
MEANING:
WHAT EVANGELISM IS NOT
Recruiting new members
The style of a sub-culture
Emotional worship
Any single theological party line
Bible quoting – text slinging
Event led by specialist
Whatever I like
Mission
Confirming our children
Talking like an evangelist
Soul winning
Renewal
A revival meeting
All that the church does
Social action
Being a loving influence in the world
MEANING:
WHAT EVANGELISM IS
Joseph Aldrich in his work Life-Style Evangelism.
He writes, “Evangelism is expressing what I possess in Christ and
explaining how I came to possess it. In the truest sense,
evangelism is displaying the universals of God’s character – His
love, His righteousness, His justice, and His faithfulness –
through the particulars of my everyday life. Therefore
evangelism is not a ‘special’ spontaneous outflow of our
individual and corporate experience of Christ. Even more
specifically, evangelism is what Christ does through the activity
of His children as they are involved in (1) proclamation, (2)
fellowship, and (3) service.”
Life-Style Evangelism, Joseph C. Aldrich, page 29.
OTHER DEFINITIONS
OF EVANGELISM
That set of intentional activities which are governed by the
goal of initiating people into the kingdom of God for the
first time. - William Abraham Professor
That set of loving, intentional activities governed by the
goal of initiating persons into Christian Discipleship
in response to the reign of God – Bishop Scott Jones
What is your definition of
evangelism?
“ Evangelism is everything we do
to make faith in Christ an option.”
- Bill Bright,
Founder of Campus Crusade for Christ
WHY EVANGELISM?
Commandments
Commission
God's motivation in sending Jesus was unconditional love
exhibited by His grace and mercy.
Jn. 3:16; Rom. 5:8
How can we not be compelled by such love
to share Jesus with others so they too can know Him?
2 Cor. 5:14
WITNESS vs. EVANGELISM
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ,
God making his appeal through us.
We implore you on behalf of Christ, be
reconciled to God.
2 Corinthians 5:20 (ESV)
What are some of the
reasons we don’t evangelize?
Barriers to personal evangelism….
Rejection
Perceptions
Knowledge
Unequipped
DEFINE “SUCCESS”
Acting out your Christian life…
Sharing the Gospel…
Trusting God for the results
“Simply Sharing Christ in the power of
the Holy Spirit and leaving the results to God.”
Bill Bright – Campus Crusade for Christ Founder
Describe Evangelism in your Congregation
At Your Table Discuss
What evangelistic ministries are you
and/or your church involved in?
THE FISHING BOAT:
MODEL AND
MINISTRY
It’s been said that there are two reasons
people do not go to church
They don’t know a Christian
They do
MODEL: 5 “D” APPROACH
Devoted
PIBO
TECH
Discovery
Newcomers and seekers
Disenchanted
Disillusioned and unhappy
Disconnected
College Students, Military, Home-bound
Disbeliever
Unchurched, De-churched
LEVELS OF EVANGELISM
Harvesting
Cultivating
10%
50%
Winning
Befriending
Inviting
Planting
80%
How can I accomplish the following goals?
Include a higher percentage of Christians in
evangelism
Reach out in significant ways to a lot of
people in my city
Answer:
Servant Evangelism
Caring and Sharing
effective because it is….
quick
high volume
done in groups
culture-current
gives the Holy Spirit an open door to convict those we are leading to Christ
allows shy people to launch into effective evangelism
an approach families can do together
easily picked up by new Christians
simple
friendly non-pushy, non-aggressive
appeals to every segment of our cities
emotionally safe
giving-centered rather than asking-centered
provides a safe place for ambitious people to expend their energy
provides an open door for the miraculous if God so moves
big fun!
PACK (Planned Acts of Christian Kindness)
Stamp Give-A-Way
Battery Give-A-Way
Hand Cleaning Towelettes
Windshield Washing
Bag Groceries
Tutoring
School Supplies Give-A-Way
Umbrella Give-A-Way
Gift Wrapping at Christmas
Listening (Felt Need)
Learn to Listen to their Story
Learn to Tell Your Story
Learn to Share Christ Story
Ministry Areas
Prayer Ministry
Front Line Ministry
Invitational Ministry
Tele-care Ministry
Small Group Ministry
Outreach Ministry
Alpha Ministry
LEAD Ministry
BRAINSTORM YOUR CONTEXT
How could Your Church
model genuine Servant hood and
care on a congregational level?
MINISTRY….
The Foundation of Ministry is Character
The Nature of Ministry is Service
The Motive of Ministry is Love
The Measure of Ministry is Sacrifice
The Authority of Ministry is Submission
The Purpose of Ministry is the Glory of God
The Tools of Ministry are The Bible and Prayer
The Privilege of Ministry is Growth
The Power of Ministry is the Holy Spirit
The Model of Ministry is Jesus Christ
THE ROD AND REEL:
METHODOLOGY
Great opportunities to help others seldom come,
but small ones surround us constantly
C.A.S.T
18 While
walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon
(who is called Peter) and Andrew his brother, casting a net
into the sea, for they were fishermen.
19 And he said to them, “Follow me,
and I will make you fishers of men.”
Matthew 4:18-19 (ESV)
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
3 Important Objectives
PIE:
Personal
Invitational
Engaging
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Key Ingredients to PIE:
LETUS Approach
L ove
E stablish rapport
T alk about Jesus
U se stories (if time allows)
S equence of questions
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
3 Important Goals
PIE:
Personal Invitational Engaging
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Conversational Expanders
Who
What
When
Where
Why
How
Principles of Building Relationships
Good Listener
Eye Contact
Visual Affirmation
Verbal Affirmation
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Styles of Evangelism
Confrontational – Billy Graham, Chuck Colson
Cerebral – Josh McDowell, D. James Kennedy
Confirmation – Corrie ten Boom, Joni Tada
Conversing – Becky Pippert, Joe Aldrich
Contending – Ruth Graham
Caring/Share – Mother Teresa, Jimmy Carter
C.A.S.T
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Heart of the Conversation
Questions
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Important Principle:
Never make a statement
at least at first
when a question will do
Advantages of Asking Questions
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Invites Participation
Advance without Stating your Case
Shifts the Burden of Proof
Puts you in the driver seat
Role Play Scenario
Share Jesus Questions
Do you have any kind of spiritual belief?
To you, who is Jesus?
Do you think there is a heaven or a hell?
If you died tonight, where would you go?
If heaven, why?
By the way if what you believed is not true,
would you want to know?
Two Scriptures: An Important Principle
So faith comes from what is heard,
and what is heard comes by the preaching of
Christ.
Romans 10:17 (RSV)
Jesus answered him,
“What is written in Moses' Teachings?
What do you read there?”
Luke 10:26 (GW)
YOUR BIBLE
Share Jesus Scriptures
Romans 3:23 - All Have Sinned
Romans 6:23 - Wages of Sin is Death
John 3:3 - Must be born again
John 14:6 - I’m the Way
Romans 10:9-11 - If you Confess
2 Corinthians 5:15 - No longer live for themselves
Revelation 3:20 - Here I am standing at your door.
To each of these ask:
What does this say to you?
TELL YOUR STORY
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
KNOW YOUR STORY
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
Three areas of a personal testimony
My life before I made a commitment to follow Jesus
How I came to know Jesus personally
How Jesus has changed my life
(since I came to know Him personally)
WRITE YOUR “GOOD NEWS” STORY
C. Connection
A. Activities
S. Spiritual Matters
T. Tell Your Story
What is your
“Good News” story?
“FRAN” GELISM
Write down persons in your circle of influence
Friends
Relatives
Acquaintances
Neighbors
SOME KEY PRINCIPLES…
1 Peter 3:15 (GW)
…Always be ready to defend your confidence {in God} when
anyone asks you to explain it. ….
Habits of a Highly Effective Witness
Prepare
Share Anytime, Anywhere
Adapt
Expect
Trust
Involved
Pray
TACKLE BOX:
EQUIPPING RESOURCES
…And his gifts were that
some should be apostles,
some prophets,
some evangelists,
some pastors and teachers,
to equip the saints for the
work of ministry, for building
up the body of Christ,
Ephesians 4:11-12 (RSV)
OUR BIBLICAL MANDATE
TACKLE BOX: EQUIPPING RESOURCES
Books
Externally Focused Church Rick Rusaw and Eric Swanson
Faith Sharing H. Eddie Fox, George Morris DR 158
How to Reach Secular People George Hunter
Share Jesus without Fear Bill Fay
Witness: Learning to Share Your Christian Faith by Ron Crandall
DR 493
Celtic Way of Evangelism George Hunter III
How to Break the 200 Barrier Kevin Martin
TACKLE BOX: EQUIPPING RESOURCES
Websites
http://www.umcdiscipleship.org/leadership-resources/evangelism
http://www.gbod.org/lead-your-church/evangelism
http://billygraham.org/what-we-do/evangelism-outreach/
http://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/getting-started-evangelism
http://www.tentm.org
http://laymobilization.seedbed.com/
http://www.reasonablefaith.org/
http://www.apologetics315.com/
http://www.link2lead.com/GettingStarted/Home.aspx
http://www.thearda.com/rcms2010/
http://missioninsite.org
TACKLE BOX: EQUIPPING RESOURCES
Studies
Becoming a Contagious Christian Willow Creek
Catch Adam Hamilton
Go Fish Andy Stanely
Caring Evangelism Course by Kenneth Haugk
The Faith Sharing Congregation: Developing a Strategy for the
Congregation as Evangelist. Roger K. Swanson and Shirley F. Clement
DR 153