Beautiful Feet

Romans 10:14–15 ESV

How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”

How Are They to Hear?

Romans 10:17 ESV

So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.

Ephesians 3:7–10 ESV

Of this gospel I was made a minister according to the gift of God’s grace, which was given me by the working of his power. To me, though I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, and to bring to light for everyone what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God, who created all things, so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.

Question #1:

What is the analogy of the term “beautiful feet”

Name a significant example of evangelism is the Bible

Acts 9:4–6 ESV

And falling to the ground, he heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” And he said, “Who are you, Lord?” And he said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. But rise and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do.”

Faith does not begin by what’s in your heart

God does not call anyone in the place he wants them to stay

Hearers are worldly and have need to gain understanding - and they must have spiritual things made plain to them.

Question#2: Which phrase signifies a willingness to heed God's call?

A) "Let me think about it." B) "I’ll try next time." C) "Here am I. Send me." D) "Help me learn more."

How Are They to Preach?

Shelf of Good and Evil

Question #3:

Why is it important for you to express your faith in front of people?

1 Peter 3:15 ESV

but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,

We all have an audience - we have to determine what our audience is

Question #4:

Why is important for people to see first-hand/in person what is written down?

1 Corinthians 9:16 ESV

For if I preach the gospel, that gives me no ground for boasting. For necessity is laid upon me. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!

2 Timothy 4:2 ESV

preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.

WE DO THIS WITH PATIENCE AND TEACHING

How Are They to Call?

Question #5:

What is the general understanding in the world to “call on the Lord”

Epi kaleō (καλέω)

Epi = on, to, in

kaleō = to invite, to name, to call

Question #6

What must take place before you can call on God?