FBCG Mission and Vision. Developing Dynamic Disciples Through Discipleship, Discipline and Duplication!

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2 FBCG Mission and Vision Developing Dynamic Disciples Through Discipleship, Discipline and Duplication!

3 FBCG MISSION AND VISION Discipleship Winning others to Christ Matt. 28:18-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47-48; Acts 1:8 Discovering & using your spiritual gift 1 Cor. 12:4-11; Rom. 12:6-8; 1 Peter 4:10-11 Developing strong families Deu. 6:7; Eph.5:22, 6:4; Matthew 5:48; Phil. 3:15; James 3:2 Growing to spiritual maturity Heb. 5:12-14; 1 Cor. 13:11; 14:20; Eph. 4:13-14, Matt. 5:48; Phil. 3:15; James 3:2

4 FBCG MISSION AND VISION Discipline Developing a godly lifestyle Rom. 12:1-2; James 1:22, Eph. 4:20-24; 1 John 2:6 Being a worship-filled people John 4:24; Psalm 50:23, Psalm 150 Unity Through Strong Relationships Eph. 4:23, 11-13; 1 Cor. 1:10; Phil:2:1-4; Matt. 18:15-20 Regular studying the Word of God Matt. 11:29, 28:20; 2 Tim. 2:15

5 FBCG MISSION AND VISION Duplication Developing and duplicating in others spiritual maturity 2 Tim. 2:1-2, Phil. 3:17, 4:9; 1 Cor. 4:16, 11:1; Heb. 6:12; 2 Tim. 1-13; Titus 2:7-8

6 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Effectual Evangelism encompasses: It means producing or able to produce a desired effect Winning souls to Christ Developing a godly lifestyle Regularly studying the Word of God Developing and duplicating others into spiritual maturity

7 Training and Equipping Others in the following areas: Why it is important to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how to do it effectively How to minister to the unsaved, unchurched, unsure and backslider The importance of the KISS principle Keep It Simple Saints The role of the Holy Spirit (in the live of the believer and unbeliever) How to share without fear

8 Training and Equipping Others in the following areas: How to effectively eliminate problems and false perceptions Some think that joining church is enough Some think that being baptized is enough Some think that doing good is enough

9 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM How Do We Accomplish This continued. Practice Skits and Role Model Planning Walking along side and following up with new converts Recruiting Others The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few

10 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Helping a believer understand the counselor s role. To: Pinpoint where an individual is spiritually Help the individual through the process of assessing where they are spiritually Helping certified counselors and believers understand the importance of being ready at all times But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who ask you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear 1 Peter 3:15

11 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM How Do We Accomplish This continued. Always means at all times Be prepared means that I/we have made preparations to share our faith To give an answer means that I/we should have the proper answers to give. I may not have all the answers, but a prepared believer has the critical answers

12 To everyone means no omissions and no exceptions Give a reason/defense means that we are capable of explaining our faith in Christ. For the hope you and I have means that we should/must share the hope and confidence that we have in Jesus as our Savior. With meekness and fear means we approach people with a meek, humble and gentle attitude. We seek not to turn people away with arrogant spirit.

13 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Using the Romans Road of Salvation What is the Romans Road of Salvation? It is a way of explaining the good news of salvation using verses from the book of Romans It is a pathway that you can walk down to help an individual understand how to be saved It is a simple yet powerful method of explaining: WHO needs salvation? WHY we need salvation? HOW God provides salvation? HOW we receive salvation? RESULTS of salvation?

14 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Using the 4 P Method of Sharing the Gospel The 4 P s Problem: Sin Romans 3:10, Romans 3:23 Penalty: Death Romans 5:12, Romans 6:23a Provision: The cross of Jesus Romans 5:8; Romans 6:23b Promise: Eternal Life Romans 10:9-10, 10:13 It is a simplistic pathway you can walk down to help an individual understand how to be saved

15 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Using the 4 P Method of Sharing the Gospel Summarizing the 4 P s Now that you know that: We have a problem called sin. The penalty is death if we remain in sin. The provision is that Jesus dies on the cross, was buried and rose from the dead for our sins. The promise is, if we believe and accept Him, we receive eternal life.

16 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Altar Call Process The call-to-discipleship or altar call is one of the most important aspects of the worship service. One of the roles of a counselor is to make this process work as smoothly as possible.

17 Inside the sanctuary Role of counselor (enthusiastic, swift movement, greeting the candidate, being attentive to their needs and the pulpit, avoiding distractions, etc.) In route to counseling area Role of counselor (begin dialogue, exhibit excitement, etc.). In counseling room Role of counselor (importance of mint, introduction, prayer, attentive to need, key words, watching body language, obtaining accurate information, etc.). Special circumstances Role of counselor (importance of how to handle special circumstances, etc.)

18 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Altar Call Process Important: Altar call process may vary from church to church. Guidance should be obtained from the Pastor on how it should be handled.

19 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Why Is Church Membership Important? It plays a significant role in our spiritual life. It is generally the primary source of Bible teaching, worship, discipleship, accountability, admonishment, encouragement, and fellowship (Heb. 13:7, 13:17). People do not understand the importance of being a part of a local church. Some feel like it is not necessary. Some hop from church to church, not submitted to anyone.

20 Encourage people to get in a church where they can: You can learn You can grow You respect the pastor and follow him as he follows Christ!

21 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Importance of personal touch with new convert or potential member Demonstrates that you are excited about the decision the potential member made Provide personal contact (via phone) with individual in a short window. Extremely important Follow-up post card, etc. Follow-Up Affords an opportunity for the individual to ask questions

22 EFFECTUAL EVANGELISM Street Witnessing Taking the Gospel outside of the church is extremely important. Planning this ministry outing should take in the following considerations Organize teams (should have a team lead) Map out territory Godly attire Go are in 2 or more. If possible, should be at least 1 male on team Obey the law of the land Distribute tracts that share the Gospel

23 Summary Effectual Evangelism is extremely important. We are called and appointed to Go and Make disciples It encompasses: Winning souls to Christ Developing a godly lifestyle Regularly studying the Word of God Developing and duplicating others into spiritual maturity

24 Summary It is important to be ready and prepared inside and outside of the church Training and role model playing is essential Consistency is critical (on one accord) Obedience is better than sacrifice!

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