Books on evangelism are a dime a dozen these days. Much of what passes for “evangelism” is watered-down, pragmatic, and in the final analysis promotes a different gospel (Gal. 1:6). Tell the Truth by Will Metzger stands head and shoulders above every other book I’ve read about evangelism. The subtitle is a nice summary ofContinue reading “TELL THE TRUTH – Will Metzger (2002 Revised)”
Category Archives: Evangelism
THE GOSPEL AND PERSONAL EVANGELISM – Mark Dever (2007)
Mark Dever has been greatly used over the years to help and encourage pastors faithfully shepherd the flock. He continues to exercise his gift by encouraging pastors and all Christ-followers to evangelize lost sheep – so they might be among the flock. His book, The Gospel & Personal Evangelism is written with this end inContinue reading “THE GOSPEL AND PERSONAL EVANGELISM – Mark Dever (2007)”
JESUS THE EVANGELIST – Richard Phillips
Jesus the Evangelist by Richard Phillips cuts to the core of the evangelistic task. The purpose: to study key chapters in John’s gospel and learn evangelism from Jesus himself. In part one, the author discusses basic principles of evangelism that is drawn from the example and witness of John the Baptist. The author reminds, “AContinue reading “JESUS THE EVANGELIST – Richard Phillips”
CONSPIRACY OF KINDNESS – Steve Sjogren (2008)
Conspiracy of Kindness by Steve Sjogren is written to motivate Christians to begin a lifestyle of evangelism. The author promotes a fresh style of sharing one’s faith, namely servant evangelism. Sjogren argues that “God is looking for people who are willing to participate in acts of love and kindness to those outside their present circle. Continue reading “CONSPIRACY OF KINDNESS – Steve Sjogren (2008)”
THE GOSPEL FOR MUSLIMS – Thabiti Anyabwile (2010)
The Gospel for Muslims is another winner by Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile. This short but powerful work shatters the assumption that Muslims are impossible to reach for Christ. A former Muslim himself, Anyabwile demonstrates that loving and faithful proclamation have and will continue to reap benefits among our Muslim friends. For the gospel “is the powerContinue reading “THE GOSPEL FOR MUSLIMS – Thabiti Anyabwile (2010)”
WHAT IS THE GOSPEL? – Greg Gilbert (2010)
I coached high school tennis in the late 80’s. One of my most vivid memories is my team’s disdain for fundamentals. The first day of practice I told my players to “drop their rackets.” Shocked and perplexed, they wondered what we could possibly accomplish without a tennis racket. “The first week of practice, we willContinue reading “WHAT IS THE GOSPEL? – Greg Gilbert (2010)”
JONATHAN EDWARDS, EVANGELIST – John Gerstner (1960)
Jonathan Edwards, Evangelist unlike many of the other books that entertain the subject of evangelism, is not a “how-to” book. It describes Edward’s mindset toward evangelism, his theological presuppositions, and inner battles. Dr. John Gerstner painstakingly poured over dozens of Edward’s sermons and writings. The result has yielded an extremely readable rendition of Jonathan EdwardsContinue reading “JONATHAN EDWARDS, EVANGELIST – John Gerstner (1960)”
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