NEW WAVES OF EVANGELISM AND HEALING

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Text: John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Exodus 15:26, “And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the LORD that healeth thee.”

Aim: To seize available opportunities to share the gospel of Christ and exercise His authority to heal the sick.

The Lesson: Evangelism is about soul winning Daniel 12:3, “(12:3) And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” 2 Peter 3:9, “(3:9) The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” We must depend on the Holy Spirit to lead us to prepared hearts within available opportunities. James 3:13-17, “(3:13-17)  13Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom. 14But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth. 15This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish. 16For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. 17But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.”

In the course of winning the souls, we will need to heal the sick Luke 9:1, Then, he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases.” Luke10:9, “And heal the sick that are therein, and say unto them, The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you.”

Questions for Discussions

  1. What is the command of Jesus about preaching the gospel? Mark 5:18-20, “18And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil prayed him that he might be with him. 19Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and hath had compassion on thee. 20And he departed, and began to publish in Decapolis how great things Jesus had done for him: and all men did marvel.” Matthew 28: 19-20, “19Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”
  2. What are you expected to be saying or sharing with the people you are coming across? 1John 1:3, “That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.”
  3. Is the believer’s lifestyle any effect on his ministry as a soul winner? Matthew 5:16, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
  4. What should you do when you discover that your prospect for salvation is equally sick? Mark 16:16-19, “16He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. 17And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.  19So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.” Luke 7:39, “Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner.” Philippians 2:9-11, “9Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: 10That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; 11And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” Acts 3:1-6, “1Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple; 3Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms. 4And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us. 5And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them. 6Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.”
  5. Is there any sick condition that the Lord cannot heal? Jeremiah 32:27, “Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there anything too hard for me?”

CONCLUSION:

Evangelism and Healing is partnering with the Holy Spirit to release the power of God for salvation and healing. – Romans 1: 26. Jesus who demonstrated this in his earthly ministry is still doing the same by the Holy Spirit through us today. Hebrew 13:8, “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.”

VICTORY TIP:

Start depending on the Holy Spirit to leading to people he has prepared to save and do not hesitate to exercise the authority he has given you to heal the sick among them.

Memory Verse: Psalm 103:2-3, “2Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: 3Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;”

Prayer:

Pray that the Holy Spirit will guide you to a soul He has prepared for you to share His word for salvation and power for healing in Jesus’ name.

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