It has been said that if we are not succeeding in what we are doing, we should go back and check the maker’s instructions. This thought has motivated me to re-read the gospels and learn anew what Jesus had to say on the subject of evangelism.

Not surprisingly, as I have read the gospels with a renewed awareness of the way Jesus modeled and taught about evangelism, I have been challenged by the radical way He addressed the culture of His day. I sense He would not be any different today.

As an example, let me invite you to read again the parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:1-24), which …