The Essence of Evangelism: Understanding the Gospel and Faithfully Sharing It with Others

In this presentation, we will focus on practical steps to share the Gospel, working together in small groups. We will address the fundamental questions: “What is the Gospel?” and “How can you know when you've effectively presented the Gospel to a friend?” We’ll discuss how to briefly share your testimony along with a practical guide for preparing it. Our time together will conclude with prayerful ways to be intentional about sharing the Gospel with those God has brought to heart and mind.

Handouts: (.pdf)

• My Personal Plan for Sharing Christ with Others

• The Gospel Message in Four Steps with a Prayer

• Your Personal Story

Charlie Powell currently serves as a Country Coordinator for A3, formerly known as Asian Access, for Vietnam. He graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with an AB. Charlie's passion for theology led him to achieve an MDiv from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary in 1977, followed by an MSTh in 1979, and a DMin from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in 2003. He served as the Pastor of Missions and Evangelism at McLean Presbyterian Church from 1994 to 2004. Ordained as a Teaching Elder in 1994 with the Presbyterian Church of America, he currently holds membership in the Potomac Presbytery of the PCA. Whenever he is state-side, Charlie worships with The Falls Church Anglican (TFCA), recently presenting at TFCA’s “Evangelism Bootcamp” workshop held earlier this November.