Speaking on Premier Radio, the Archbishop of Canterbury said, ‘Any church that leaves evangelism to the “professionals” is committing missionary suicide. The responsibility of demonstrating in word and works the love of Jesus Christ, in a way that is deeply attractive is the responsibility of every single Christian. Always. Everywhere.’ Archbishop Justin spoke out about how the Church has failed to equip people to share their faith for too long. ‘If you go back to 1944/5 there was a report for the Church of England called Towards the Conversion of England prepared for William Temple. It said that there will never be a conversion of England until every Christian disciple is equipped to share the good news of Jesus Christ. That has always been one of the greatest weaknesses in many churches - not just Church of England churches. We do not spend enough time equipping people to share their faith.’
Justin Welby on evangelism
Written by David Fletcher 13 May 2016Additional Info
- Pray: for people to be excited about their relationship with Jesus and to pray and share their faith. (Mt. 6:6)
- More: www.premier.org.uk/News/UK/Justin-Welby-Leaving-evangelism-to-professionals-is-missionary-suicide