Tag Archives: evangelism

Invitation to Evangelism

Posted on August 30, 2021 by carlsimmonslive

A look at both the historical roots and living branches of evangelism . . . Timothy K. Beougher. Invitation to Evangelism: Sharing the Gospel with Compassion and Conviction. 432p., $34.99, Kregel Academic. What exactly does it mean to “evangelize” in … Continue reading →

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A History of Evangelism in North America

Posted on August 16, 2021 by carlsimmonslive

Some blasts from the past, as well as profiles of evangelists and disciplers who’ve been a direct influence in my own life (and even one whose material I worked on). . . . Thomas P. Johnston. A History of Evangelism … Continue reading →

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Lay Down in Peace

Posted on December 30, 2015 by carlsimmonslive

We can get so worked up whenever someone criticizes God or Christians. We want to run to God’s defense—or honestly, much of the time, our own—and say just the right thing that will shut that other person up (in love, … Continue reading →

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Get Real, Get Right

Posted on October 21, 2013 by carlsimmonslive

I think (hope?) that by now most Christians realize that evangelism isn’t about delivering some canned presentation—let alone about smashing nonbelievers to bits with our “unassailable” arguments—but about sharing the hope we have in Christ, the hope He has given … Continue reading →

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Being the Church by Being There for Others

Posted on August 13, 2012 by carlsimmonslive

“What does it take to influence someone to commit his or her life for Christ? How much effort must be put forth to impact a life for eternity?” asks church consultant Michael Wiles early on in these pages. His answer … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Scandal

Posted on April 27, 2012 by carlsimmonslive

To be honest, I liked this far more than I expected going in. Then again, knowing nothing about the author, I was expecting a book coming out of a “bunker mentality.” Thankfully, this (and he) is nothing of the sort. … Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your Self-Consciousness

Posted on March 7, 2012 by carlsimmonslive

Today’s devotional is noticeably longer—and for that matter, noticeably ornerier—than usual. If you disagree with my opening views, or at least feel I could be a bit kinder, fine. But bear with me, and try to hear the point behind … Continue reading →

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How good is your news?

Posted on June 29, 2011 by carlsimmonslive

Go find an old newspaper—the older the better, but week-old is probably enough to make the point. Go ahead; take a few moments to look it over. Do you recall any of the stories you’re reading? Do any of them … Continue reading →

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How Did We Get Here, and Where Are We Going?

Posted on April 19, 2011 by carlsimmonslive

Every Christian has a testimony, a faith story — an account of how he or she first encountered Jesus, how that encounter changed everything, and how each new encounter with Jesus keeps changing everything. So take some time to reflect … Continue reading →

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