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"Making Disciples" - A Bible Study Guide for Evangelism
As we use these studies in teaching the Bible to people around us, what are we aiming to do? Are we trying to pass on knowledge? Are we trying to convince people to stop sinning? Are we trying to persuade people to accept our understanding of the Bible’s teachings on salvation?
While each of those is true in some way, none of them are the core of why we do what we do as disciples.
As we share our faith with those around us, we are declaring the praises of God who called us out of darkness (1 Peter 2:9). We are bringing good news to the lost (Luke 4:18-19), life-giving water to the thirsty (John 4:13-14) and freedom for slaves of sin (Romans 6:6).
We are shining light into the darkness of this world (2 Corinthians 4:6) and offering truth that sets people free (John 8:31-32). We are trying to persuade those around us to hear the gospel and are warning them of the coming judgment (2 Corinthians 5:10-11).
If you are a disciple of Jesus, then God has moved powerfully in your life, reconciling you to himself, forgiving your sin and giving you a hope that the world so desperately needs.