Evangelism Through Holiness

It is easy for the evangelist to get caught up in his/her own work. Constantly analyzing his performance, developing the feeling that if only he works a little harder and a little more and if only he perfects his work, then he will bring more souls to Christ.

But what is missing from this is the truth that the Holy Spirit is the only One Who brings souls to Christ. We are nothing more than vessels for accomplishing the Spirit's desires. It is only by way of grace then, that we can accomplish anything for God.

Jesus tells His disciples in His last discourse to them, "I am the vine, you are the branches. Whosoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing" (John 15:5).

Therefore, it is the increased capacity to retain God's grace that improves our own abilities to go about accomplishing the work of God. And this is why it must always be the foremost priority that the evangelist center his ministry around his personal spiritual growth in Christ, who then gives him the capacity to fulfill the Spirit's mission.

Jesus further says, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you, the Spirit of truth" (John 15:15).

I encourage you brothers and sisters in Christ, to seek out God in everything and desire first to have a strong relationship Him. In doing this, He will show His love for you through the gift of grace, to go forth and be His witnesses. Keep in mind, though, this does not mean one can neglect his duties. For it is in genuine love for God that he will seek to do the best that he can in all things relating to God's ministry.