Evangelism is telling the good news of God's kingdom come in Jesus Christ. Consequently, we do not "evangelize" anyone other than Christ. Evangelism is heralding Christ. We may "evangelize" among a group of people, but we do not evangelize any individual. In other words, we do not convert anyone. Conversion is the work of the Holy Spirit. Our work is to tell the good news story.

Faith-sharing is personal evangelism. It is telling your good news of the great joy which has come into your life in Christ.

Some Principles for Faith-Sharing

• Be clear about your purpose.
• Ground faith-sharing in prayer.
• To do the mission of Christ, one must have the mind of Christ.
• God is more interested in our availability than in our ability.

Adapted from the Faith-Sharing Initiative Leader's Manual (pages 5, 16-17) published by the General Board of Discipleship. Copyright © 1997 General Board of Discipleship. Used by permission.