Who's Your One for July?
The Bible is for Unbelievers
We’re halfway through our year-long evangelism campaign. Last month, we discussed how to talk about sin with unbelievers. This month, let’s think about using Scripture in our evangelism.
The Bible is the best practical resource we have for evangelism. Yet there are many reasons we might shy away from inviting an unbelieving friend or family member to read it with us. We may think we aren’t equipped to teach it to them. We may be intimidated by their objections or attitude toward the Bible. We may think it won’t be effective because they’re convinced the Bible’s truth claims aren’t true or good.
But I think we should take our cues from one author who noted, “The effectiveness of the Scripture in evangelism is not determined by the belief of the individual to whom we are witnessing. God’s Word is powerful and works even in the heart of those who may say they don’t believe.” The words of Scripture are God’s words. Through those words, He gives new life to dead sinners. We should seek to expose our “ones” to the Bible no matter what they believe about it. They need God’s word, whether they realize it or not.
Now, we can only invite them to read it with us. We can’t make them do it. And we shouldn’t try. But we should offer to read it with them. And if they say yes, then open God’s word and let God do his good work through it.
Next Steps
Decide who your “one” is for July and prepare to share about them with your small group. If you didn’t share the gospel with your “one” from last month, feel free to pick them and try again!
Prepare to discuss with your small group what your “one” thinks about the Bible. Think together through which book or portion of Scripture would be wise to read with them. If you’re hesitant to open the Bible with your “one,” share with your small group what holds you back.
Review the “Who’s Your One?” webpage and make use of the recommended resources at the bottom.
May we see the light of God’s word open the eyes of the blind.