Talking about Jesus in Britain
What do people in this nation know and believe about Jesus? What do they really think of us, his followers? Are we talking about Jesus enough? And when we are, are we drawing people closer towards him, or further away?
These are just some of the questions we at the Church of England, Evangelical Alliance and HOPE commissioned Barna Group to ask on our behalf. But this was not just for curiosity's sake. We are believing, hoping and praying that this study - the first of its kind - will be a major catalyst for effective and focused evangelism in the years to come.
Here’s why we should be talking to people about Jesus in Britain.
The findings support our own experience. A significant number of people in Britain are ready for the conversation.
Why don’t you pray for a need and ask someone, Right now are you near or far from God?
Then ask: Would you like to be near?
Follow up with: I’d like to share how I was far and came near.
- Red Light = No thanks. Some people will not be interested.Move on.
- Amber Light = Need to know more. Offer to read stories about Jesus with them — 7 Stories of Hope.
- Green Light = Yes. Lead them to Christ, baptize them and teach them to obey what Jesus has commanded — 7 Commands.
You’ll never know if you don’t ask.
Our next Following and Fishing training is in Manchester, 4-5 December 2015. If you want to make disciples, it’s worth the drive and the time.
We’ll get you started and train you to train others.
