3 Questions to Help You Talk About Jesus
Description: In Episode 004 of The Pray for Campus Podcast, we focus on equipping followers of Jesus with the tools to engage in meaningful spiritual conversations. Host Patrick Keene shares three essential questions that can lead to powerful discussions about faith. These questions are designed to help you connect with others, understand their spiritual background, and gently guide them towards the message of the Gospel. Join us as we explore practical strategies to impact the next generation and fulfill the Great Commission.
Key Points:
Patrick's personal journey from nervous freshman to an evangelism-driven leader.
The transformative encounter that sparked Patrick's passion for sharing the Gospel.
The profound quote from Bill Bright about evangelism as a collective responsibility.
A powerful biblical example of evangelism through Philip's encounter with the Ethiopian man.
The importance of embracing a definition of successful evangelism and trusting God with the results.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to the Pray for Campus Podcast and Episode 004's focus.
01:15 - Patrick's journey into evangelism and the impact of a transformative experience.
03:45 - Inspiring quote from Bill Bright emphasizing the collective responsibility of evangelism.
05:30 - Exploring Philip's evangelism encounter in the Bible as a model for meaningful conversations.
08:10 - The importance of trusting God and His timing in the process of sharing the Gospel.
10:00 - Introducing the 3 essential questions for engaging in spiritual conversations.
11:15 - Question 1: What is your spiritual background? How to listen and understand others' journeys.
13:30 - Question 2: If you were to die, what's the percent chance you go to heaven? Understanding perceptions of salvation.
15:45 - Question 3: If you were to die and God asked why He should let you into heaven, what would you say? Transitioning to the Gospel.
18:00 - The power of sharing the Gospel through Ephesians 2:8-9 and understanding faith as a transfer of trust.
20:30 - Emphasizing the importance of being genuine and personal in spiritual conversations.
22:00 - A closing prayer and invitation to connect with Pray for Campus on social media.
Join us for Episode 004 as we equip you to confidently and compassionately share your faith with others. Be inspired to embrace spiritual conversations and trust in the life-changing power of the Gospel. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and connect with us on Instagram (@prayforcampus) and Facebook (Pray for Campus) to stay connected and impact the generation that will finish the Great Commission.
Resources Mentioned:
Bill Bright's Quote: "Evangelism is not a professional job for a few trained men, but it is instead an unrelenting responsibility of every person who belongs to the company of Jesus."
Ephesians 2:8-9 - "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast."
Thank you for joining us on this journey of sharing faith and making a difference on campus and beyond. Keep praying, keep engaging, and stay tuned for more impactful episodes of The Pray for Campus Podcast!