Category Archives: Confidence Builders

Set Down the Jackhammer

Posted on January 20, 2019 by coachmc

Hearts that don’t know our Savior may be hardened toward the God we love and the gospel that saved us but that doesn’t mean we should haul out the jackhammers or other destructive tools of communication that can make them cringe … Continue reading →

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In the Classroom of God

Posted on February 20, 2012 by coachmc

We are enrolled in Evangelism 101 at the University of Love and Good Deeds. Knowing exactly what each day’s curriculum should include, it is not uncommon for God to call on one of His many teaching assistants (TAs), to share … Continue reading →

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Who Says YOU Have to Share?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by coachmc

Believe it or not, there’s no spiritual law against letting someone else do the talking sometime. If you’re timid, not sure of what to say, afraid you’ve already turned them off, or just want to offer a fresh perspective, here … Continue reading →

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Helping Friends Past Spiritual Roadblocks

Posted on December 30, 2011 by coachmc

What if your friend seems to have come to a roadblock on their spiritual journey? They may tell you they don’t want to continue discussing your faith, or even get angry when you attempt to mention anything about Jesus. What … Continue reading →

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God Made Evangelism Easy for Us

Posted on November 23, 2011 by coachmc

How would you like it if God expected your role in evangelism to include the following three things? Arousing someone’s interest in the gospel Convicting them of their sin Dying for them Of course, that’s not what God expects of … Continue reading →

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God Can be Known

Posted on November 16, 2011 by coachmc

We don’t have to be intimidated by anyone who says you can’t know that God exists. In an early letter to Christians in Rome, one of Christ’s followers claimed God could be known. He stated that “…since the creation of … Continue reading →

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‘IF’ – A BIG Word in Evangelism – Part 3

Posted on November 7, 2011 by coachmc

Rather than argue with someone who is without saving faith in Christ, calmly help them understand the ramifications, IF the verses being discussed are true. Then be willing to demonstrate, with gentleness and respect, a commitment to friendship, regardless of … Continue reading →

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‘IF’ – A BIG Word in Evangelism – Part 2

Posted on October 28, 2011 by coachmc

We don’t have to argue with our friends over spiritual issues. At least, that was the point of the first two principles of what we called, the IF Strategy.  It suggests not trying to force someone, who doesn’t have faith … Continue reading →

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‘IF’ – A BIG Word in Evangelism – Part I

Posted on October 17, 2011 by coachmc

You start sharing a passage from the Bible with a friend, and all of a sudden, you’re in an argument. They won’t believe what you think the passage so clearly teaches, and you’re both on the verge of calling each … Continue reading →

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It’s Not My Job!

Posted on August 5, 2011 by coachmc

God never intended that you or I should bear the burden of convincing anyone of the truth about the cross. Our role is to explain the message, and help them understand it, not make them accept.  When we think it’s … Continue reading →

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