August 21, 2013

Evangelization Training

Talk 1: The Great Commission

You are called in SFC… for what?

You joined an evangelistic movement.

It is outward rather than inward looking.

You joined

God's army

Evangelization is reaching out to others.

And Jesus came and said to them,“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

- Matthew 28:18-20

The Great Commission

An estimated 3 million people participated in the final World Youth Day Mass at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro.

1. Jesus' final instruction before his ascension.

2. Marching orders intended for all Christians.

3. To take seriously our call and mission to evangelize.

4. This work is not just for the leaders, but for everyone.

5. It is to be a way of life.

Co-MISSION…

1. Jesus commands us.2. It draws us into a deeper union with Christ.3. It is a thankful response to God's action in our

own lives.4. The world desperately needs the good news.5. This full type of Christian life is filled with

excitement, challenge and joy.6. There is involved an eternal choice for all men.

Why Evangelize?

3 Essential Qualities of a Christian

1. Faith• The work of evangelization depends primarily upon the

action of God. This is God's work.

2. Love of God• It is our reason for being.• We will be eager to see his will done on earth.• The fruit of the Spirit almost irresistible attracts others.

3. Love for others.• Jesus wants all men to be saved.• We want all men to experience the same renewed

relationship with Christ that we are experiencing.

1. God himself has commissioned us to reach out to others and draw them to the Lord.

2. We in CFC Singles for Christ who have tasted the goodness of the Lord should want others to experience such as well.

3. We grow in faith, love of God and love of neighbor.

Conclusion:

PraiseGOD!

Thank you!

Love from Jesus, fill us!Holy Spirit, guide us!God the Father,your will be done! AMEN