What practical steps can we take to share Jesus with others today? The Scene in Acts 8:35 “Then Philip began with this Scripture and told him the good news about Jesus.” Philip meets the Ethiopian official right where he is—physically on the road and mentally in Isaiah 53. From that exact point, Philip walks him straight to Jesus. That simple pattern still works. Practical Steps Drawn from Philip’s Example • Listen first—discover what people are already thinking or reading • Start with common ground—connect their present questions to Scripture • Keep the focus on Jesus—He is the good news Starting Where People Are • Ask caring questions: “What are you reading?,” “How are you processing life right now?” • Notice markers of spiritual curiosity—books, social media posts, casual comments • Affirm genuine interest before supplying answers (James 1:19) Let Scripture Speak for Itself • Share actual verses rather than summaries • Use passages that naturally bridge to Jesus—Isaiah 53; Psalm 22; John 3:16–17 • Trust the promise: “So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) Keep Jesus at the Center • Philip “told him the good news about Jesus.” Stay on the Person and work of Christ, not side issues • Cross references: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, John 1:29 Be Ready and Available • Philip had already obeyed God’s nudge to head south (Acts 8:26-29) • Our part: live interruptible lives, schedule margin, pray each day “Here am I—send me” (Isaiah 6:8) Speak in Everyday Language • Explain terms like “sin,” “redeem,” “grace” in conversational wording • Use illustrations from daily life—debt forgiven, adoptive love, light in darkness Invite a Personal Response • The Ethiopian asked for baptism immediately (Acts 8:36-38) • Present clear next steps—trust Christ, pray, be baptized, join a Bible-believing church • Romans 10:9-10 gives a concise call to faith Stay with Them on the Journey • Follow up—texts, coffee, Bible reading plans • Model Acts 2:42 habits: teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, prayer • Disciple-making continues long after the initial conversation (Matthew 28:19-20) Rely on the Holy Spirit • Philip was led by the Spirit (Acts 8:29) • Pray for guidance and boldness (Ephesians 6:19-20) • Trust God to convict and convert (John 16:8) Putting It All Together Today 1. Begin each day surrendered and available. 2. Notice people’s questions and interests. 3. Open Scripture that addresses those questions. 4. Present Jesus plainly and passionately. 5. Invite a clear response, help them take it, and walk with them afterward. Practical, doable, straight from Acts 8:35—share Jesus the way Philip did, and watch God open hearts. |
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