Evangelizing - Reaching the Lost

Key Verse: "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." Mark 16:15

Devotional:

Jesus was intentional about reaching outsiders. In John 4, we see Him cross cultural boundaries to reach a Samaritan woman—someone His disciples would have avoided. His method was strategic: cultivate relationships, sow the seed of the gospel, and reap a harvest.

Church planting begins with evangelism. Like Jesus, we must:

• Cultivate authentic relationships with unbelievers in our communities.
• Sow by sharing the Good News of God's love and forgiveness.
• Reap by inviting people to receive Christ as Lord and Savior.

Notice how Jesus engaged the woman at the well. He met a felt need (water), built a relationship, and then revealed spiritual truth. The result? An entire village came to faith!

Reflection Questions:

1. Who are the "outsiders" in your community that God is calling you to reach?
2. What cultural or social barriers do you need to cross to share the gospel effectively?
3. How can you cultivate genuine relationships with unbelievers this week?

Prayer: Lord, give me eyes to see the spiritual needs around me. Help me cross barriers to share Your love. Grant me wisdom to cultivate, courage to sow, and faith to reap a harvest of souls. Amen.