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Witnessing Tips is a daily (M-F) 60-second radio spot from Witness Radio (http://www.WitnessTalkRadio.org) that gives tips on how to share the Gospel with others.
How would you transition from a grape jolly rancher into the gospel? Have you ever had a Jolly Rancher? What's your favorite flavor? Ricky G. seems to like grape, but I think those ones are nasty! I guess you could say taste is relative. One thing that isn't relative is truth. There’s no third answer between true and false. For example, God says adultery is wrong and therefore it’s never right. That's why He says that you'll spend an eternity in Hell for committing adultery.Thankfu [...]
Why Is that guy on the corner carrying a cross?When Jesus said “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me,” I doubt He meant you should literally make a cross and carry it around town. However, doing so can be a great witnessing tool.I actually have two different crosses that I carry. One says, “Are you ready?” on the front and has a Gospel website on the back. As people come near and read the cross, they ask, “Ready for what?” and [...]
Is it true that God will judge our secret thoughts?In Matthew 5:27-28, Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” This passage of scripture should be used when witnessing to someone that believes they can think evil thoughts without facing any consequences. God knows every single thought that's ever entered their mind… a [...]
How can basketball be used for a gospel conversation? Basketball is one of America's favorite sports. Fans always debate on who the best player is of all-time… Chamberlain, Jordan, maybe Lebron? While these guys are all good at the game, none of them should be put upon a pedestal and called a Savior. That's called idolatry and the Bible says that you'll go to Hell for putting those men above the real Savior, Jesus Christ, who was God incarnate. He doesn't have a fancy trophy, but he [...]
Did we evolve from ape-like creatures?Evolution has been widely accepted among the scientific community as hard fact, and those who question it are called “science-deniers” or some other demeaning title. As Christians, we must stand on God’s Word whenever “man’s word” contradicts it. Evolution, specifically macro-evolution, rejects God’s Word, right at the beginning, in the book of Genesis. Evolution states that we evolved from animals over millions of years, but God says that [...]
How should you witness to your family members?Family members can be some of the most difficult people to evangelize, because there's a fear of hurting the relationship, but we can't let that stop us from sharing the truth with our loved ones. One way that you can share with your family is through your testimony. Your family knows who you were before Christ, so it shouldn't be too hard to remind them of who you once were and how Christ has changed you. Just remember to keep the focus on Chri [...]
Is there any truth to New Age beliefs?Grab a little bit of Hinduism, add a dash of Buddhism, include a heaping dose of occultism, and sprinkle on just a tad of Christianity, and what do you get? New Age Mysticism.This worldview doesn't really have a standard set of beliefs because everyone just makes it up as they go. One of the most popular beliefs in this religion is that humans are gods with supernatural powers and abilities.The truth is, there is only one God and He is the only One with any [...]
Why do Christians believe that sinners are going to Hell?The reality of Hell isn't something that Christians take lightly. In fact, it's because of our belief in the Lake of Fire and our love for others that drives us to warn people about it! Revelation 21:8 says, “But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.? [...]
How can you go from talking about phones into the Gospel? Cell phones today can do just about everything. From email to video games. From book reading to making videos. You can even call people with them! But one thing that no phone can do… forgive your sins! Sin is transgression of God's law, like coveting after the newest phones, which makes you a sinner in danger of heading to Hell for eternity! Jesus Christ, God incarnate, made a way for you to escape that fate when He l [...]
How can you use Instagram to share the gospel? Instagram is a mobile app for taking photos and videos and then sharing them with others via social media. If you want to share the Gospel on Instagram, try posting a picture of the back of a Gospel tract or recording a video testimonial.One way that I’ve witnessed on this platform is through Instagram Stories, which is kind of like a video journal that you update throughout the day. You can plan to share little snippets of a complete Gospel [...]
Christianity came from Judaism, so do we worship the same God? While Christianity got its start in Judaism, the god of Judaism is false, because they’ve failed to believe that Jesus is the Messiah. The Bible says “No one who denies the Son has the Father,” so even though they profess to worship Adonai, it’s not acceptable to God because of their rejection of His Son.Now, when witnessing to the Jewish people, direct them to Old Testament Scriptures that are Messianic prophecies. For [...]
Do you worry about what others think of you? One of my favorite Bible verses is Galatians 1:10 because it’s a great reminder to keep my mind focused on serving Christ. It says, “For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.” (ESV)Many of us can get caught up with feeling a need for approval, but when we do things to garner acceptance from humans, our heart isn’t in the rig [...]
Was Jesus in the grave for three days or only two?Skeptics claim that Jesus failed to fulfill the prophecy about His death being for three days and three nights since Jesus died on Friday and rose on Sunday, but from the historical and biblical view, a new day started when it got dark, not at midnight. Now, do you remember how darkness fell upon the land during Jesus’ death? It’s during this period of darkness, or night, that Jesus was buried.Therefore, early Friday afternoon would b [...]
What tool can make the gospel heard loud and clear?When you want to share the Gospel with a large crowd, it can be helpful to have a PA system or amp. They come in lots of shapes and sizes with varying levels of loudness and portability.I have a baby amp for sharing with small crowds and my big boy amp is for large areas, but it’s not as portable. The big one also comes in handy when ministering outside of abortion centers because you can share the Gospel with people that are inside the buildi [...]
What's the difference between Catholics and Protestants? Many people believe that Catholics and Christians are one and the same, but the truth is, there are some very dangerous teachings that come from the Roman Catholic church. Catholicism teaches that Mary is a co-mediator with Jesus, but the Bible says that Jesus is the ONLY mediator between God and man. They believe that praying to Mary and the Saints is okay, but the Bible says that inquiring of the dead is an abomination to th [...]
What happens to people that have never heard about Jesus? I’ve heard this question asked so many times during my witnessing endeavors that I’m beginning to think there’s a Beginner’s Guide to Skepticism that I don’t know about. Typically, people ask this question to somehow justify their sinful behavior, and think, “If a guy living in a hut is safe, then there’s a chance for me if I just put my fingers in my ears!”However, Romans 1:18 debunks that theory, saying, “For t [...]
Did you know that thousands of Americans will die today?Over 3,000 babies are murdered every day in America, thanks to abortion providers, like Planned Parenthood. The slaughter of unborn children should never be acceptable, but in America, it’s applauded!Advocates of abortion say, “It’s a woman’s right to choose,” but they never finish that statement. What exactly is the woman choosing? She’s choosing murder! Others say, “My body, my choice!” Um, since when do human bodies have [...]
Have you ever tried using live video to share the gospel?Periscope is one of the original live video platforms that allows others to see the world through your eyes. This app helps people to find you through their live video map and highlights random live videos on the Periscope website. It also allows viewers to interact with you through chat bubbles.Now, why is all of this important? Well, it’s important because you can use this medium to broadcast the Gospel all over the world! I’ve used [...]
Have you ever seen a statue of Buddha and wondered what Buddhism teaches?That statue of a fat, bald guy at your favorite Chinese restaurant is a depiction of Siddhartha Gautama (Sid-Hart-A Got-A-Ma), also known as Buddha.Buddhists believe that suffering exists in this world because people aren’t content and that the way to end suffering is by having no desire for anything. They desire to reach nirvana, a state of of perfect happiness, but it can’t be achieved, because the desire to reach [...]
Where in the Bible can we find the key principle to biblical evangelism?There are many techniques and methods for sharing your faith, but are any of them biblical? James 4:6 says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” If someone is prideful and thinks they can earn their way into Heaven, they'll spend eternity in Hell. When you witness to someone, don't focus on them, because chances are, they do that enough already. Instead, use God's moral law to break through their p [...]
How can you witness to someone while talking about the beach?The beach can be a picture of paradise on earth, but many paint a distorted picture of the paradise offered by God. They say God will give you health, wealth, and happiness, but those things aren't promised in the Bible. Followers of Jesus Christ are actually promised trials, temptation, and persecution. Jesus said that people will hate you for following Him. Now, knowing this, why would anyone want to be a Christian? Because [...]
How can you keep your pride in check when witnessing?Pride can be a dangerous thing because it can cause us to look down on others who don’t possess the knowledge or skill that we have. What's even worse, is that it can cause us to get puffed up while out witnessing, instead of giving God the glory.Many times in Scripture we see an emphasis on being humble. Even our Savior, Jesus Christ, humbled Himself and washed the feet of His disciples. We should always lift up Christ and lower ourse [...]
What’s big and bold and helps you to share the Gospel?Gospel Signs have gotten a bad rap lately, thanks to groups like the Westboro Baptist Cult, but when they’re used properly, they can reach a ton of people with the message of eternal life! Signs with short, witty messages can leave a lasting impression upon the readers and using signs with Scripture are great too because it isn't your words or opinions. I like to include a Gospel website where people can go for more information.No [...]
Are Seventh-Day Adventists just Christians that worship on Saturday?When Satan deceived Eve in the garden, he mixed in some truth with his lie, so that Eve wouldn’t notice. The same goes for the Seventh-Day Adventist group. Many of their beliefs appear to line up with Biblical Christianity, but look closer, and you’ll find some major problems!They profess to “accept the Bible as the only source of [their] beliefs,” yet some of their doctrines can’t even be found in the Bible. Seventh-D [...]
How many paths are there to salvation?The Bible is clear, “there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12 tells us that Jesus is the only one who can save us. He was crucified on your behalf, rose from the grave, and offers complete forgiveness of sin.All other world religions claim to have some form of eternal paradise, but it’s not a gift that’s freely offered to you. They tell you to do good works, so th [...]
Are you a coffee drinker? How would you use it to share the Gospel?Caution! This coffee’s hot! Warning labels on your drive-thru coffee may seem pretty obvious, but they're there for a reason… to warn you of impending danger! Just like that label, I'm also here to warn you about the potential of getting burned. The Bible says that if your name isn’t found in the book of life, you’ll be thrown into the lake of fire. This is because you’ve sinned against God, maybe by using His name [...]
When times are tough, who do you call for help?When facing moments of trial or temptation, it can be hard to remember that you need to take some time to pray. But it’s exactly what you need during those moments, because God can give you the strength to overcome any obstacle.Look at how people dealt with adversity in the Bible… Jesus always prayed during times of trouble. The Apostles devoted themselves to prayer, and in the book of James, we’re specifically told to pray when suffering.Pray [...]
Can you share the Gospel in 140 characters?Twitter is a social media platform used by millions to get updates and more information about current events, or their favorite celebrities, and anything else you can think of. So, why couldn't you use it to share the gospel?Well, with the limited character count, you definitely need to get creative! Try using letters, numbers, or symbols to represent entire words and don’t forget about all the emoji characters that are available. Remember to use tren [...]
What do you know about Hinduism?Hinduism is supposedly the oldest world religion with a history tracing back 10,000 years. I disagree, since everything was created only 6,000 years ago, but that’s a subject for another tip. With over one billion followers, Hinduism is considered to be the third largest religion in the world. They profess to believe in one god, named Brahman, but he takes on the form of millions of different deities. When witnessing to a Hindu, make sure to express [...]
Where did everything come from? Was it a big bang?There’s no mention in the Bible about a big bang that created everything, only God was in the beginning. Genesis 1:1 says, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” and as you continue reading in Genesis 1, you’ll see that He spoke all things into existence. The Earth, space, time, light, land, plants, suns, moons, stars, animals, and humans were all created in six days by God, not billions of years by a cosmic explos [...]
Does your attitude affect the outcome of witnessing conversations?Who would you rather have a conversation with? A mean-spirited jerk that doesn’t listen to anything you say or a person that’s kind, listens to you, and wears a smile on their face as well as their voice?When we get into witnessing conversations, we need to keep our attitudes in check, because everything we say and do is a representation of Christ to those that don’t know Him. After all, the Bible tells us that whatever we d [...]
What’s 10 feet tall and draws people in to hear the Gospel?I’ve used the Prayer Stand for years and I consider it to be the ultimate tool in my evangelistic tackle box. It sets up in less than 5 minutes and when people see it, they’re inexplicably drawn to it. I’ve even seen people standing in line and waiting their turn to ask for prayer!The Prayer Stand offers 360-degree visibility, a water-proof carousel for storing and displaying your Gospel tracts, a tether for extra stability durin [...]
Can you tell the difference between Christians and Mormons?The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has nothing in common with the Jesus of the Bible or the saints of His church. Let’s take a look at some of their unbiblical beliefs:They believe in a Jesus that wasn’t always God, but rather, he was just a created man that is not co-eternal or co-equal with the Father. Actually, they believe that Jesus is the brother of Satan. Mormonism teaches that you have to work your way to Heaven [...]
Is reincarnation a real thing? What's the Bible say?There’s a lot of people that believe that after they die, they’ll come back as another life form, like a butterfly or the next Bill Gates. The problem is they have no evidence to back up their claim because there’s no way to test reincarnation.But thankfully, we can know what really happens, because God tells us about it in the Bible. Hebrews 9:27 says, “And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment.” [...]
The Shack just became a feature film, but should Christians indulge in this work of fiction?While “The Shack” is a made-up story about a guy that meets god, it still promotes false ideas about the God of the Bible which could lead people into Universalism and Idolatry. Here’s a short list of heresy from “The Shack”:The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three separate entities. The Father and Holy Spirit are both portrayed as women. The Father was crucified with the Son. The Father [...]
Did you know that Facebook can be a great way to share the gospel?How much time do you waste checking Facebook every day? Well, if you’re like me, it’s a lot! So, why not redeem some of that time by using this social media giant to share the Gospel with your family, friends, and followers?You can segue from current events to the Good News in a status update, link to a Gospel website, share an evangelistic video, tag people on an e-tract, or my favorite… wish them “Happy Birthday” and d [...]
How can you witness to Muslims and help them find the real Jesus?When witnessing to Muslims, it's important to remember that they're real people and can be easily offended if we poke fun at their beliefs. Instead, start the conversation on common ground, like how we both believe that God created us. Then, ask them questions about their religion in a gentle manner, such as, “Why couldn't Allah prevent corruption in the Bible, but was able to keep the Quran free from error?” Make [...]
Is Jesus the ONLY way to get into Heaven? What does the Bible say?You know, a lot of people get upset when Christians say they have the right way to Heaven and that all the others are wrong, but the truth is, we aren't the ones that made that exclusive claim. In John 14:6, Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”Now, imagine you’re driving on a highway and the other drivers decided to go whichever way felt right to them. Cars wo [...]
How would you segue from talking about being stuck in traffic to a Gospel conversation?You know something that really stinks? Sitting in traffic. But you know what else really stinks? Brimstone! And the bible says that, “All liars will have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone.” It’s not somewhere you want to go. It’s not a nice place. But there is Good News, God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to this earth, born of a virgin, lived a perfect life, never lie [...]
What's the number one thing you should remember when sharing the Gospel?The Bible says that we, as Christians, are fighting in a spiritual battle and this is especially true when we’re out witnessing. We need to make sure that we have our weapon readily available to fight against the enemy. What is that weapon? It’s the Bible! Hebrews 4 says, “the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of mar [...]
What’s the difference between Christians and Jehovah’s Witnesses?Are they Christian?It’s Saturday morning and there’s a knock at your door. Who could it be? Why, of course, it’s the Jehovah’s Witnesses, coming to share with you about their religion. Unfortunately, that religion don’t line up with the Bible. They believe Jesus is actually an angel named Michael, but you won’t find that in Scripture. They claim that only 144,000 of Jehovah’s Witnesses will go to Heaven, b [...]
Did you know there’s a special tool that allows you to share the Gospelwithout saying a word?Have you ever felt like you should tell someone about Jesus, but didn’t know what to say? Or maybe you chickened out, it happens to all of us... trust me! Well, thanks to the invention of the printing press, we can now share the Gospel with people without even meeting them. Just grab some Gospel tracts and go. There’s all different kinds of tracts, business card size, funny ones, some even [...]
Did Jesus tell us to share the Gospel with others? What does the Bible say?In the Gospel of Mark, Chapter 16, Verse 15, Jesus said, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.” So the answer is yes, He did tell us to share the Gospel... Oh wait, I’ve still got like 30 seconds left? Well, maybe you’re thinking, “Why did Jesus tell us to share the gospel?” It's because the Gospel is wonderful news about how wretched sinful beings, like you and me, can be recon [...]