The Great Commission calls on all Christians to share the Gospel and to make disciples (Matt 28:18-20). The Lord has given ministries and gifts to His redeemed children to assist them in this vital task. Some are anointed as apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Others are anointed with gifts of administration and support ministries (Eph 4:11-13; 1 Cor 12:27,28; Rom 12:3-8).

Whether we share the Gospel as a team or individually, we should draw on the strengths the Holy Spirit has gifted us with. Some love to do street evangelism; others prefer to share one-on-one. There is no set pattern. Peter spoke to thousands on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:14-41). He also spoke to one man at the Beautiful Gate in Jerusalem (Acts 3:1-10). Ask the Holy Spirit to lead you to people who need the Lord and to anoint you for the task (Rom 8:14)…

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