Listen "The Greg Laurie Show - Evangelism Isn’t As Hard As You Think"
Episode Synopsis
Could sharing your faith be as simple as giving away a free Disneyland ticket? Today Pastor Greg breaks down the surprising truths and everyday challenges of personal evangelism—what it really means to “go into all the world and preach the gospel,” and why we’re so uneasy talking about Jesus even when we’re excited to recommend things like burgers, movies, and songs. From confessing his own early nerves as a teenage Christian to the unforgettable power of the Four Spiritual Laws, you’ll hear relatable examples that prove anyone can start a meaningful conversation about Christ, even if you know very little. Pastor Greg’s message will challenge and equip you to step into your personal sphere of influence—friends, relatives, associates, neighbors (what he calls "FRAN-gelism")—with faith, courage, and trust in God’s Spirit at work. Want more from Greg Laurie? Visit: https://harvest.org/. Find Pastor Greg on social media: https://www.instagram.com/greglaurie/ https://x.com/greglaurie https://www.facebook.com/harvest.greglaurie Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Disneyland Ticket Rejection: Surprising Social Experiment01:33 The Cure for Cancer Analogy: Why Share Good News?03:25 Recommend the Gospel Like a Great Burger04:21 First Attempt at Evangelism: Nerves and Unexpected Results05:37 Old Friend Encounter: Becoming the "Fanatic" I Denied07:21 Embarrassment Fuels Bible Study: Be Ready with Answers08:17 You Can Lead People to Christ—Even If You Know Little09:44 Reframing the Great Commission: Not Just "Preaching"11:00 Discipling New Believers: Mark’s Persistence Saves Greg12:18 Jesus’s Special Presence When Sharing Your Faith13:03 Don’t Be a Gospel Hoarder14:01 Personalize Your Evangelism: The FRAN Principle15:02 Jesus’s Model: Nicodemus & The Woman at the Well17:04 Building Bridges, Not Burning Them: Avoiding “Christianese”20:08 The Power of Your Testimony—No Story Too Small23:26 Paul’s Example: Leading with His Story24:56 Natural Opportunities: Maui Burger, Not Forced Preaching26:56 Testimony as a Bridge to the Real Gospel27:16 Explaining Sin Simply: Archery, Trespassing, and Grace28:38 The Doctor Analogy: Why We Must Reveal the Bad News30:09 Why Jesus Spoke More About Hell Than Anyone31:08 The Golden Key: Always Beeline to the Cross32:23 Billy Graham’s Advice: “Preach More on the Cross”33:52 Popping the Question: Inviting People to Follow Christ36:51 The Giver’s High: Joy in Sharing the Gospel38:25 A Simple Question That Opens Hearts: “Has Anyone Told You…?” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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