About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges of evangelism in Australia, the lack of church engagement in evangelism, and effective ways to start gospel conversations.

Australia is making public evangelism increasingly difficult, many churches say they value evangelism but have no real plan to do it, and plenty of Christians simply don’t know how to start a gospel conversation. Evangelist Andrew Walkington joins Todd to explain what’s happening in Australia—and how ordinary Christians can become more confident sharing their faith. Segment 1 • What is it like trying to evangelize in a country where public preaching and even handing out gospel tracts can be restricted? • Andrew explains how changing Australian laws and culture have forced his ministry to rethink open-air evangelism. • Why the freedoms American Christians still have should motivate us to make the most of every opportunity to share the gospel. Segment 2 • What’s one of the simplest ways to become better at evangelism? Ask questions. • Why are university students increasingly willing to have long conversations about God, truth, and what they believe? • Learn how asking someone what they believe—and why they believe it—can naturally open the door to the gospel. Segment 3 • Most churches say evangelism matters—but how many are actually equipping Christians to do it? • Can someone know…

People in this episode

Host: Todd Friel

Guest: Andrew Walkington

Topics covered

• evangelism
• churches
• gospel conversation
• Australia
• Christianity
• faith sharing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fortis Institute

Places: Australia

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