Evangelism might sound like, “I read this article…” or “I saw the sunrise today…” Evangelism begins with our experience—it’s simply sharing what matters to us.

Too often, churches reach for technical fixes—better programs, catchy slogans—rather than paying attention to their own stories. But when we pay attention to our lives and what moves us, we begin to see what truly energizes evangelism. If we want to take this work seriously, we need to let our experiences and stories lead us toward change—the kind of change that builds a culture of welcome and love.

Transformation begins with desire. Too often, evangelism is driven by guilt or shame instead of the deep longing for connection, meaning, and love. Desire is what moves us to change. When evangelism is rooted in desire, it becomes something we want to do, not a duty to fulfill.

Desire flows from God. In Jesus, we see God’s deepest desire is love—chesed, the steadfast love that never lets us go. Evangelism is not about convincing others to believe like us or conform to our expectations. True evangelism allows God’s love to transform all of us.

Evangelism isn’t about numbers. It’s about deepening relationships, noticing God’s work, and extending an authentic welcome—with humility, trust, and joy.

Evangelism begins with our own stories and desires—those moments of love, connection, and wonder that point us toward God’s presence. What experience in your life is calling you to share, and how might that sharing become an act of welcoming God’s love for someone else?

Evangelism isn’t about convincing—it’s about sharing the love that changes us.