THE LEPERS AND THE APOSTLE

Michael Wurz - 10/26/2025

Discover why the modern church has abandoned evangelism and how four unlikely heroes from the Old Testament can reignite your passion for sharing faith. This powerful message explores the story of four lepers who couldn't keep good news to themselves during a time of crisis, challenging believers today who have become comfortable and distracted by modern idols.Learn about the contemporary obstacles that prevent Christians from sharing the gospel, including our obsession with sports, politics, money, and social media. Explore how these modern distractions mirror the idol worship of ancient Athens and discover practical steps to overcome evangelism anxiety and fear of rejection.This inspiring teaching addresses common excuses Christians make for not sharing their faith, from lack of time to fear of offense, while providing biblical examples of effective witness through the apostle Paul's ministry in Athens. Understand the difference between being a witness and being an evangelist, and learn how your personal transformation story can be one of the most powerful tools for reaching others.Key topics covered include overcoming fear of evangelism, developing daily witness habits, the power of personal testimony, creating natural opportunities to share faith, and understanding that witnessing is simply sharing what you've experienced rather than convincing others. Whether you're struggling with evangelism anxiety, feeling disconnected from your faith story, or looking for practical ways to share Christ in everyday conversations, this message provides both motivation and actionable steps.Perfect for Christians who want to rediscover their calling to share the gospel, church leaders seeking to inspire their congregations toward evangelism, and anyone feeling convicted about keeping their faith private while others around them are spiritually searching. Learn how to stop ghosting the gospel and start sharing the hope that has transformed your life through intentional daily witness and reliance on the Holy Spirit's power.
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