Street Evangelism Ministry

What is street evangelism? I simply preach the Gospel on the streets. This is most commonly known as “open air” preaching . I first heard of open air preaching when I was reading a book on evangelism that documented a world conference on the subject. These were evangelists from all over the world including Billy Graham. There was a segment devoted to open air preaching. I will never forget the comment made by one gentlemen. He said, “public speaking causes butterflies in the stomach, but open air causes helicopters.” Most open air preachers just use their voice without any amplification. I have used and continue to use both. By God’s grace I have preached for about an hour with no amplification, just my voice. I have learned to use my diaphragm like a singer. The object in my view, is to lift your voice loud enough so people can hear you, yet at the same time, not sound like a screaming lunitic. This is a very difficult balance that only the Lord can help a person with. I always felt the Lord calling me to this style of evangelism, but because it seems like an outdated way of sharing the Gospel, it took me awhile to find the faith and strength to pursue it despite the opinion of others.

Four years ago I left my hometown in Everett, Washington to venture down the West Coast on a journey to preach the Gospel. I have had the previledge of sharing the Gospel in Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Oakland, and Sacramento to name the major cities. Currently my homebase is in Sacramento, California.

Street Preaching Distinctives

I have written a paper on what makes my ministry distinct and in no way intend to fault others for the work they are doing for the Lord. Below is a segment from the document; Street Preaching Distinctives

Methodology …it pleased God thorough the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe 1 Cor. 1:21 We do not believe in the modern method of music, secular entertainment, or gimmicks to bring forth the message of the Gospel. Scripture points us to the spoken word. The Lord Himself, and the apostles, proclaimed the Gospel both in public and personal witness using spoken, forthright, factual communication. We believe and therefore are committed to trusting the Lord for people’s salvation as the Holy Spirit works through God’s chosen method of preaching for getting out His message. Mark 16:20 Acts 8:4 2 Tim. 2:4 Titus 1:3, 1 Pet. 1:25 READ THE REST

Philip the Evangelist - Acts Chapter 8

Philip the evangelist is not to be confused with the Apostle Philip, one of the twelve disciples of the Lord. Note: the Apostle Philip according to Foxes book of martyrs; was born at Bethsaida, in Galilee and was first called by the name of “disciple.” He labored diligently in Upper Asia, and suffered martyrdom at Heliopolis, in Phrygia. He was scourged, thrown into prison, and afterwards crucified, A.D. 54.

Acts 21:8-9 on the next day we who were Paul’s companions departed and came to Caesarea, and entered the house of Philip the evangelist, who was one of the seven, and stayed with him. Now this man had four virgin daughters who prophesied. Philip is the only one in the Bible called an evangelist. The word evangelist appears 2 other times in Ephesians chapter 4 as one of the gifts from Christ. In II Timothy chapter 4, Timothy is told to do the work of an evangelist. More on Acts chapter 8 go to: http://lawrencedubois.wordpress.com/philip-evangelist/

Listen! Behold, a sower went out to sow... Mark 4:3 Most of the evangelism I accomplish is scattering seed if you will. I believe there are different kinds of evangelism, as for me I try to tell as many people as I can. I gleaned these principles from Acts chapter 8 and found them to be a reality out there in the streets. These seem to fit my calling: 1. Recognize your limitations  2. Be willing to work with other ministries 3. Be a Spirit-filled Servant 4. Be willing to leave and go elsewhere.

Current Newsletter - September 2010

Summer has gone by fast here in Sacramento. The highest temperature reached 108° here last week. Most days it is in the 90’s. These past few summer months I have preached the Gospel in downtown Sacramento at various corners. Most often this has been around the state capitol when the legislature has been in session. Many state employees and business people frequent those streets during the lunch hour. Also there are many who use the park outlining the capitol as a walking path for exercise...Read Entire Newsletter