Ministries of Compassion

Jim Leffel

1 Timothy 5:3-16

We must view our wealth as a stewardship and from the perspective of God's priorities. The western church is in a unique position to strategically care for the poor domestically and to support missions overseas. Kat Gossman spoke about her experience in the refugee ministry at Whispering Oaks.

Sharing the Message of Jesus with Jewish People (Part 2)

Eric Chabot

1 Timothy 5:3-16

To share Jesus with Jewish people it is crucial to understand their stumbling blocks. Many of these stumbling blocks come about because of a faulty interpretation of scripture. To reach Jewish people you must be dedicated to building relationships with trust. It is not just adorning the gospel but sharing the redemption that Jesus wants to gift all people.

Corporate Evangelism

Dennis McCallum

Acts 14:1

There are many different strategies to evangelism, one that is proven successful is corporate evangelism. Corporate evangelism is warranted biblically and exposes people to the love of Christ through His church. Helpful elements to corporate evangelism include prayer meetings, large meetings, small meetings, and group investment outside of meetings. The more equipped the church can become to work together the more successful it will be to share the love of Christ.

Our Adventure Guide: Following the Trip Leader

Mark Mittelberg

Acts 14:1

We often feel unprepared, intimidated, or inadequate when it comes to sharing our faith with others. Mark Mittelberg shares three real life stories - and points out that although it is true that we are not sufficient on our own - God will supply the power and wisdom to do His work! God chooses to work through us, and it is only up to us to respond.

The Role of the Holy Spirit in Evangelism

Gary DeLashmutt

Acts 14:1

The Holy Spirit guides us to people and conversations, gives us wisdom and courage as we speak about Jesus, draws people to God, and empowers us to live in such a way that reflects God's love and adorns the Gospel. We can take hold of this by choosing to focus on truth, prayer, and choosing to obey God's command to reach out to others.

Reaching Jr. High Students

Brian Runk

Brad DuFault

Mark 10:13-16

Brian Runk and Brad DuFault deliver a workshop focused on the importance of reaching junior high students for Christ. Many of the people we see being used by God in the Bible are young, and Jesus taught that children and youth should not be disregarded. Brian and Brad explain the format and strategies of their church's youth programs - including group and individual Bible studies. \r\n

God's Eternal Plan for the Nations

Jim Leffel

Mark 10:13-16

God's plan for the nations is salvation. Salvation is the ultimate story line of the Bible. Working through creation and other motifs, the Bible displays salvation's path of redemption, regeneration, and God's reign.This results in a new people of God.

Discovery Bible Studies

Curt Stearns

Pam Stearns

Luke 10:1-9

To understand how to use the Discovery Bible Study method with cultures and people of faith who don't know the God of the Bible, it is important to understand the principles behind Church Planting Movements. Church Planting Movements consist of these principles: 1) pray abundantly; 2) gain access to a community; 3) search for the person of peace; 4) Discovery Bible Studies; 5) obedience based discipleship; 5) develop leaders. Once you have prayed and found the person of peace you can begin the Discovery Bible Method.

Questioning Evangelism

Randy Newman

Luke 10:1-9

In order to be effective in evangelism in our world we need to take the approach of discussing spirituality through asking questions, modeled off of how Jesus spoke with people in his ministry. As we engage with people in a purposeful but caring way we can help them draw close to God and consider what they believe about Him.