"Confidently Sharing the Gospel" Lesson 1
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"Confidently Sharing the Gospel"
[Start with a Warm Welcome]
"Good evening, everyone! I’m so glad you’re here for the first session of our Gospel Workshop. Over the next four weeks, we’ll journey together to grow in confidence in sharing the most important message the world will ever hear—the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Sharing our faith can feel intimidating at times, but it doesn’t have to be. When we deeply understand the Gospel and experience its power in our own lives, it naturally overflows into our conversations with others. Today, we’re going to start by exploring what the Gospel is and why it’s so essential—not only for salvation but for every part of our lives as Christians."
[Establish the Importance]
"In Romans 1:16
16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
The Gospel is the good news of God’s love, His grace, and His plan to save us through Jesus Christ. But before we can confidently share it, we need to know it and believe it deeply ourselves.
Today, we’ll break the Gospel down into three key parts: the problem of sin, the solution in Christ, and the invitation to respond. You’ll also have a chance to begin crafting your personal testimony—a powerful tool God has given each of us to share the Gospel in a unique way."
[Cast Vision for the Workshop]
"My prayer is that by the end of today, you’ll not only have a clearer understanding of what the Gospel is, but also be more excited about how it can transform lives—including your own. Let’s get started by diving into God’s Word to see what the Bible says about this life-changing message. But first, let’s open in prayer and ask for God’s guidance as we learn together."
[Transition to Prayer]
"Let’s bow our heads. Heavenly Father, thank You for bringing us together today. Open our hearts and minds to understand Your Word and the beauty of the Gospel. Help us to not only know it but to live it and share it with confidence. Bless our time together. In Jesus’ name, Amen."
Workshop Theme: "Confidently Sharing the Gospel"
Session 1: Understanding the Gospel
Objective: Equip participants with a clear understanding of what the Gospel is.
Key Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4
1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
Topics:
Definition of the Gospel: Good news of Jesus Christ.
Why the Gospel matters (God’s love, human sin, redemption through Jesus).
Personal testimony: Crafting your story of salvation.
Activities:
Group discussion: “What does the Gospel mean to you?”
Breakout: Write and share a 2-minute version of your personal testimony.
Homework: Memorize a concise Gospel presentation.
Session 2: Overcoming Fears in Evangelism
Session 2: Overcoming Fears in Evangelism
Objective: Address common fears and barriers in sharing faith.
Key Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7
Topics:
Identifying fears (e.g., rejection, not knowing enough, offending others).
Relying on the Holy Spirit for courage and words.Building confidence through preparation and practice.
Activities:
Role-playing: Practice answering common questions or objections.Brainstorm: How to start spiritual conversations.Homework: Initiate one spiritual conversation during the week.
Luke 16:22–25 (KJV 1900)
22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried;
23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom.
24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
25 But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
Session 1: Understanding the Gospel
Duration: 30-40 minutes
Theme: Knowing and internalizing the Gospel is the first step to confidently sharing it.
Structure:
1. Welcome & Opening Prayer (5 minutes)
Welcome: Briefly introduce the purpose of the workshop—helping participants grow confident in sharing the Gospel.
Prayer: Invite the Holy Spirit to guide the session and open hearts to understanding.
2. Teaching: What is the Gospel? (15 minutes)
Key Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4
1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
Explain the Gospel in 3 parts:
God’s Plan:
God created us to be in relationship with Him.
Reference: Genesis 1:27
27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Illustration: God’s perfect creation and His love for humanity.
The Problem of Sin:
Humanity’s sin separates us from God.
Reference: Romans 3:23
23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Illustration: Use the "bridge" illustration to show the gap sin creates.
The Solution in Christ:
Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again to give eternal life.
Reference: Romans 5:8
8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Highlight the significance of Jesus’ resurrection and victory over death.
Why the Gospel Matters:
It’s the power of God for salvation (Romans 1:16).
Every believer is called to share this message (Matthew 28:19-20).
3. Activity: Crafting Personal Testimonies (15 minutes)
Objective: Help participants articulate their salvation story in a way that highlights the Gospel.
Teaching (5 minutes):
What is a testimony?
A story of how you encountered God and the Gospel transformed your life.
Life Before Christ (Acts 26:4-11):
Paul describes his upbringing as a Pharisee and his zeal in persecuting Christians.
Encounter with Christ (Acts 26:12-18):
Paul recounts his dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus.
Jesus commissions Paul to turn people "from darkness to light and from the power of Satan unto God" (Acts 26:18).
Life After Christ (Acts 26:19-23):
Paul shares how he obediently proclaimed the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles, calling them to repentance.
He emphasizes that his message aligns with the Scriptures and points to Jesus as the fulfillment of prophecy.
Invitation to Respond (Acts 26:27-29):
Paul challenges King Agrippa, asking if he believes the prophets.
Agrippa famously responds, “Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian” (Acts 26:28, KJV).
Paul's testimony is a great model for sharing the Gospel because it’s personal, Christ-centered, and invites a response. Would you like help breaking it down further for your workshop?
Focus on these three parts:
Life before Christ: Briefly describe your background or struggles.
Encountering the Gospel: Share how you realized your need for Jesus.
Life after Christ: Highlight the changes in your life since salvation.
Activity (10 minutes):
Pair participants to practice sharing a 2-minute testimony.
Provide a worksheet with prompts:
One thing I struggled with before knowing Christ.
How I came to understand and accept the Gospel.
The difference Jesus has made in my life.
Encourage pairs to give encouraging feedback to one another.
4. Wrap-Up & Homework (5 minutes)
Recap Key Points:
The Gospel is the foundation of our faith.
Every Christian has a unique testimony that can point others to Jesus.
Homework Assignment:
Memorize a concise Gospel presentation (e.g., Romans Road or a personal Gospel outline).
Refine your testimony to confidently share it in 2 minutes.
Closing Prayer:
Pray for a deeper understanding of the Gospel and boldness to share it.
