QUESTION… What’s the worst experience you’ve ever had of someone trying to force their beliefs on you?

Outreach & Evangelism 2 of the scariest words in Christianity?!?!

EVANGELISM OUTREACH SHARING! CARING! Jesus’ “Great Commission” “Go and make disciples, baptising them and teaching them everything I’ve commanded you” Jesus’ Greatest Commandment “Love God & love your neighbour as your self” “Preaching or personally explaining about Jesus” “Showing God’s Grace in Action to all people for all of life” SHARING! CARING!

“Showing God’s Grace in Action with all people for all of life!” Reaching Out – Caring Jesus’ said: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5v14-16 “Showing God’s Grace in Action with all people for all of life!”

Reaching Out – Caring – what it is & what it isn’t REACHING OUT ISN’T For “Professionals” Only for Bible experts Only for people who have all the answers A job, recruitment drive or a project For Extroverts only! REACHING OUT IS Caring Giving time Building friendships & community Being ready For every Jesus follower!

Care before you Share! Recognise the culture “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”! BELONG before BELIEVE

Care before you Share! Recognise the culture “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care”! BELONG before BELIEVE Respect – what are they asking for? “Let your LIGHT SHINE before men that they may SEE YOUR GOOD DEEDS (1st), and PRAISE YOUR FATHER IN HEAVEN (2nd)”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Welcome Woking Fun Day

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Welcome Woking Fun Day

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity” “Can you help me connect with God? I need help. ”

What are they asking for? Are we listening? What are they asking for? SHARING “Preach it brother!” CARING “Darling Reach out…!” “OPEN AIR” events Life Groups Welcome Woking Fun Day “Let’s arrange a coffee soon!” “I’ve lost my spouse, need to work, how can I juggle everything with the kids?” “Your church putting on the Fun Day is brilliant. I love comedians & have thought about the Alpha Course” “Come for a BBQ. I don’t like talking about Christianity” “Can you help me connect with God? I need help. ”

2 Things to Remember… Reaching Out is THE LOVE OF GOD THROUGH US Jesus says “YOU are the light of the world”! Reach Out / Connect / Build Community Treat each person with care & respect Listen! What are they asking for? People experiencing Jesus is THE WORK OF GOD IN THEM You don’t need to “SELL” Jesus! Relax! It’s God who’s at work! Pray Wait for them to open the door

RESPONSE… If you’ve never experienced Jesus’ compassion reaching out to you – ask to receive it today Everyone – ask God to fill us with His love for others, to see others how He sees them. Who can I Reach Out to?