Methods used in sharing the gospel
Methods used in sharing the gospel.
Teleios conducted a survey on sharing the gospel. The Bible tells us to be prepared and then about actively sharing the gospel in several key verses. Learn this and it well help you lead others to Christ. Man sinned; God is just, requiring a punishment for sin; But out of love God sent His Son, Jesus Christ who by dying on the cross, provided forgiveness of sins in taking man’s deserved punishment;Therefore, in accepting, by faith alone, Christ’s gracious sacrifice for forgiveness of sins, man can gain eternal life.
Share Gospel Survey Summary
Teleios Research surveyed the frequency and methods used of generally younger Christians in sharing the gospel. The survey was promoted on Christian Instagram accounts frequented by adolescents and millennials. Of the 239 respondents the majority were: female (65%), <35 years old (70%), from the United States (56%), and evangelical (81%). In total, 82% thought the Bible was inerrant.
This survey showed both positive and negative results. On the positive side, most participants noted they verbalize the gospel message to an unbeliever a few times per year to a few times per month (69%) and an additional strong minority as frequently as a few times a week to every day (16%).
On average, participants indicated they did not fear verbalizing the gospel to unbelievers (64%). For those who mentioned they were afraid, the most common reasons were: they did not know what to say (66%); they might be offensive (36%); or be rejected socially (30%). Apart from fear, others indicated they rarely shared they because they could not answer objections (46%) or explain the gospel (38%).
On the negative side, about two-thirds felt guilty they did not share the gospel enough (76%) and most thought they should share more frequently (93%). Further, 20% confessed they might exaggerate how often they shared the gospel to others.
Participants noted their best way to share the gospel was by lifestyle example (29%). In contrast, specifically communicating the message of salvation was chosen by 10% (6th ranked choice overall). Participants further indicated they normally share the gospel by: (> 50% for each choice) lifestyle as well as encouraging, praying for, and loving others. Speaking the plan of salvation was ranked sixth most frequent (27%) just behind social media posts (ranked fifth at 35%).
This survey suggests that young evangelicals realize they need to share the gospel and they perceive they frequently communicate it to others. However, the manner in which they tell others the gospel rarely involves verbalizing the plan of salvation, but includes more messaging through lifestyle and encouragement.
This survey provides guidance to local churches and youth leaders as they develop their teaching plans to train young Christians specifically in the content of an efficient gospel message, how to answer objections and questions, as well as build a vision in bringing people to Christ.
Share Gospel Survey Explanation
Thank you for taking the Teleios survey over sharing the gospel. We received 239 responses. Scriptural answers are limited on this survey as many answers are personal preference.
The Bible tells us to be prepared and then about actively sharing the gospel in several key verses (Matthew 28:19-20; II Timothy 2:22-25; I Peter 3:15).
Is it important you actually verbalize the Gospel? Is simply living a pure life or praying for others sufficient?
The Bible indicates (Romans 10:13-15) that someone has to actually hear the words of the Gospel to understand salvation. Further, the apostle Paul noted (I Thessalonians 2:9-10) that although he worked day and night to live a blameless life in front of the Thessalonians, he still verbally spoke the Gospel to them. In other words, non-verbal efforts, although important, will not bring somebody to belief. A non-Christian needs to hear the specific Gospel message.
Is sharing the Gospel message to be feared? In a humanist society where Christians often are demonized as judgmental, and our adversaries claim they are more loving because they accept all religions (except Christianity), we often feel ashamed.
Yet if our God is the God of the Bible, He has given us His power and truth to salvation and for daily living. We have a wonderful message to give our colleagues, family and friends. We are correct and society is wrong! Therefore, we should be confident in sharing these truths in a patient and loving manner (II Timothy 2:24-25).
As a physician, if I knew the truth about someone’s life-threatening medical condition and also knew how to cure it, would I withhold disclosing the diagnosis in case my patient found it offensive or didn’t believe me? If so, I would be a terrible doctor! We have the truth which we can help others. Our society needs the truth of the Gospel!
We have a great hope that others need to hear. Please visit my prior blog links on tips in easily and fearlessly sharing the gospel to others.
- How to share the gospel and not be a social pariah!
- How to help a tare – share your faith
- So what exactly does it mean to share the Gospel?
Here is an easy 4 step Gospel plan. Learn this and it well help you lead others to Christ.
- Man sinned
- God is just, requiring a punishment for sin
- But out of love God sent His Son, Jesus Christ who by dying on the cross, provided forgiveness of sins in taking man’s deserved punishment
- Therefore, in accepting, by faith alone, Christ’s gracious sacrifice for forgiveness of sins, man can gain eternal life
You can find the complete data for this survey here.
Teleios Research Surveys Young Christians About Sharing the Gospel
GOOSE CREEK, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA, June 26, 2018 /EINPresswire.com/ — Teleios Research surveyed the frequency and methods used of generally younger Christians in sharing the gospel. The survey was promoted on Christian Instagram accounts frequented by adolescents and millennials. Of the 239 respondents the majority were: female (65%), <35 years old (70%), from the United States (56%), and evangelical (81%). In total, 82% thought the Bible was inerrant.
This survey showed both positive and negative results. On the positive side, most participants noted they verbalize the gospel message to an unbeliever a few times per year to a few times per month (69%) and an additional strong minority as frequently as a few times a week to every day (16%).
On average, participants indicated they did not fear verbalizing the gospel to unbelievers (64%). For those who mentioned they were afraid, the most common reasons were: they did not know what to say (66%); they might be offensive (36%); or be rejected socially (30%). Apart from fear, others indicated they rarely shared they because they could not answer objections (46%) or explain the gospel (38%).
On the negative side, about two-thirds felt guilty they did not share the gospel enough (76%) and most thought they should share more frequently (93%). Further, 20% confessed they might exaggerate how often they shared the gospel to others.
Participants noted their best way to share the gospel was by lifestyle example (29%). In contrast, specifically communicating the message of salvation was chosen by 10% (6th ranked choice overall). Participants further indicated they normally share the gospel by: (> 50% for each choice) lifestyle as well as encouraging, praying for, and loving others. Speaking the plan of salvation was ranked sixth most frequent (27%) just behind social media posts (ranked fifth at 35%).
This survey suggests that young evangelicals realize they need to share the gospel and they perceive they frequently communicate it to others. However, the manner in which they tell others the gospel rarely involves verbalizing the plan of salvation, but includes more messaging through lifestyle and encouragement.
This survey provides guidance to local churches and youth leaders as they develop their teaching plans to train young Christians specifically in the content of an efficient gospel message, how to answer objections and questions, as well as build a vision in bringing people to Christ.
All the findings of the survey can be found here as well as other findings from Teleios Research are on our website.
About Teleios – Teleios is a non-profit foundation that seeks to demonstrate the truth of scripture and the Christian faith through scientific methods by providing evidence for the positive results of a biblically-based lifestyle. Prior studies conducted by Teleios have shown that the practice of the Christian faith (praise, prayer, fellowship, service and Bible study) and security of salvation increases well-being while reducing guilt.
Lindsay Nelson
Teleios Research
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