The Question: What would you say is the most difficult part of evangelism? Starting the conversation, the message, calling for a response? 

Biblical Considerations

• Ask God for wisdom and opportunities (Acts 8:26-29).
• Respond to the Lord’s calling to share (Acts 8:30-31).
• Study now so you will be prepared later (Acts 8:32-34).
• The Lord is already working before we get involved. 

Building Bridges

• Learn to use bridges to link your current conversation to a spiritual one. 
• CHURCH Bridge
  • “Do you attend church anywhere?” 
• PERSONAL EXPERIENCE Bridge
  • “Where are you in your own personal search for meaning and purpose in life?”
• INTELLECTUAL Bridge
  • “Is there a specific question or concern that is hanging you up in your spiritual journey?”
• PERSONAL OPINION Bridge
  • “What do you think of?” (God, Jesus Christ, religion, the Bible, the meaning of life, etc.)
• CURRENT ISSUES Bridge
  • “The Bible is a remarkably relevant book. Would you like to see what it has to say about this issue?”
• SPORTS Bridge
  • “Did you know that (name of well-known athlete) is a Christian?”
• FELT NEEDS Bridge
  • Used to show how the Gospel answers the deepest needs of people.
• PRAYER Bridge
  • “Is there something I could pray about for you?”
• RELATIONSHIP Bridge
  • “We’ve been friends for a while now. We have talked together about so many things, yet there is a very important part of my life I have never shared with you. Could I share with you about my spiritual pilgrimage?”

Application: Practice connecting bridges to share the Gospel with others.