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Study 14 of 18

Evangelism: Steps to Successful Evangelism

Revival, Bible study, prayer, witnessing, and equipping for soul-winning

Hands-free narration of this study — good for the car.

Synopsis

Chapter 6 grounds evangelism in the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19-20) and the Third Angel's Message (Rev. 14:6-12). It insists that evangelism is more than public proclamation of doctrine — it is every disciple sharing, declaring, and living as a recipient of grace — and that the goal is not just increased membership but mature, discipling believers. The chapter then lists the steps to successful evangelism drawn from Acts: revival (a Christ the disciples knew and experienced), Bible study, prayer (including intercessory prayer ministry), witnessing, equipping and training, and community outreach. The early church 'exploded in growth' (Acts 2:41; 4:4; 6:7) not by strategy alone but by the Spirit's power released through prayer and witness, and the handbook promises that Pentecost was only a prelude of what is to come.

Key points

  • Evangelism fulfills the Great Commission and the Third Angel's Message (Rev. 14:6-12).
  • The goal is mature, discipling believers — not just larger membership.
  • Steps to success: revival, Bible study, prayer, witnessing, equipping, community outreach.
  • The early church grew by the Spirit's power, not strategy alone (Acts 2:41; 4:4; 6:7).
  • Pentecost was a prelude; the latter rain is still promised.

Key texts

  • Matthew 28:19-20
  • Revelation 14:6-12
  • Acts 2:41-47
  • Acts 1:8
  • John 17:3
  1. Comprehension

    1. How does the handbook define evangelism beyond public proclamation?

  2. Comprehension

    2. What is the goal of evangelism, according to the chapter?

  3. Scripture

    3. Read Revelation 14:6-12. What message has God committed to the Adventist church, and how does this frame evangelism?

  4. Comprehension

    4. List the steps to successful evangelism drawn from Acts.

  5. Doctrinal Clarity

    5. Why does the chapter say revival is the first step?

  6. Scripture

    6. Read Acts 1:8. What does Jesus promise, and how does it empower evangelism?

  7. Comprehension

    7. What role does prayer ministry play in the chapter's evangelism?

  8. Contrast

    8. Contrast evangelism aimed at membership totals with evangelism aimed at mature disciples.

  9. Scripture

    9. Read John 17:3. How does this text support the chapter's emphasis on Bible study in evangelism?

  10. Application

    10. Name one person in your sphere for whom you will pray by name and to whom you will witness this quarter.