Sharing the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ, is a central mission for believers worldwide. The Bible is rich with scriptures that not only command us to spread the word but also offer wisdom, encouragement, and examples of how to share our faith effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n“We don\u2019t have to put on airs, for people come to Jesus desperately. We can look to the people who are discovering that desperation in their own life and speak to them with authority out of our brokenness and out of our discovery of God\u2019s grace to meet us in those places.”<\/p>\nC.S. Lewis<\/a>, Mere Christianity<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
This blog post explores a selection of Bible verses about sharing the Gospel, from The Great Commission to the many references of evangelizing in Paul’s epistles throughout the New Testament scriptures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bible Verses About Spreading the Gospel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Matthew 28:19-20<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Jesus’ command to His disciples underscores the global mission of spreading the Gospel. It’s a call to action for all believers, promising Jesus’ presence with us as we fulfill this commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mark 16:15<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n“And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.'”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
This verse emphasizes the scope of our mission\u2014to reach every corner of the earth with the message of salvation. It’s a reminder of the universal relevance and necessity of the Gospel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acts 1:8<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
The promise of the Holy Spirit’s power is key to our ability to spread the Gospel. This verse encourages us that we’re not alone in our mission; the Holy Spirit empowers us to be effective witnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Romans 10:14-15<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n“How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!'”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Paul’s rhetorical questions highlight the importance of preaching the Gospel for faith to arise in people’s hearts. It’s a call to action, emphasizing the beauty and necessity of the evangelist’s role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 Timothy 4:2<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n“Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
This verse speaks to the persistence and readiness required to spread the Gospel, emphasizing the need for patience and sound teaching in all circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n