Soul Winning: 7 Practical Ways to Share Jesus with Others
The Bible teaches that every believer can share Jesus effectively, and this page gives simple, practical ways to present the Gospel in everyday life.
IN SHORT: Many Christians want to witness for Jesus but feel nervous or unsure what to say. This sermon gives seven simple, everyday, nonthreatening ways to present Christ: love even difficult people, let a godly life be seen, share your personal testimony, rejoice in trials so others notice the Source of your joy, live hope-filled and be ready to explain that hope, pray for the sick and those in need, and, finally, speak the Gospel clearly — Jesus died for our sins and rose again so people can repent, believe, and receive eternal life.
Key Takeaways
• Loving difficult people can soften hearts and point them to Jesus.
• A consistently godly life can make others curious about your faith.
• Your testimony is often a natural, powerful bridge to the Gospel.
• Joy and worship in hardship can open doors for spiritual conversations.
• Hope that shows is a witness; be ready to explain why you have it.
• Offering prayer for needs can lead people toward faith in Christ.
• Kindness and example help, but the Gospel itself must be spoken plainly.
Key Scriptures: Luke 6:27–28; Matthew 5:16; Mark 5:18–20; Acts 16:23–26, 30–32; 1 Peter 3:15; John 9:10–11, 35–38; Mark 16:15; 1 Corinthians 15:1–4; Acts 20:21; Luke 23:34, 42–43; Acts 3:1–10; Acts 4:4; Acts 9:32–35; Psalm 119:130
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Brief Bio: Pastor Jim Feeney, Ph.D., is a Pentecostal Bible teacher with more than 50 years of Spirit-filled ministry experience. His sermons and Bible studies are personally written and drawn from decades of service as a church planter, senior pastor, Bible college teacher and Dean, and as a trainer of ministers internationally in the Pentecostal tradition.
Introduction to 7 practical ways to win souls
Soul winning means helping people come to faith in Jesus Christ by sharing the Gospel, demonstrating His love, and leading them to repentance and belief.
All Christians would like to be good witnesses for our Lord. But far fewer do it effectively. I think we often make it too hard on ourselves. Come see seven practical ways to present Jesus to the unsaved. You will see that these ways are not difficult and can simply be blended into your everyday life.
1. Love your enemies as a witness for Christ.
- • Aren’t you glad that Jesus loved you when you were still dead in your sins? I did not get saved until age 25. When I did finally realize how much Jesus loved me — enough to die an excruciating death for all of our sins — that love and the promise of His forgiveness drew me to faith and repentance.
- • Luke 23 is one of the Gospel records of Jesus’ crucifixion. Two criminals were also crucified, one on either side of Him. They heard Jesus from the cross forgive His executioners — “Father, forgive them!” (vs. 34). Deeply touched, one of the criminals from his own cross said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” (42). Jesus replied, “Today you will be with me in paradise” (43).
- • Jesus graciously forgiving His executioners deeply moved the criminal and led him to faith in Jesus, a faith that culminated in his salvation. In the same manner, as we live a life of love towards those who hate us, revile us, and mistreat us, some of their hearts will be touched by our reflection of the love of God. And by that love some will be led to faith in Christ.
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2. Live a godly life as a testimony to others.
- • Live a good life before the world. Do “good deeds,” show kindness, and manifest charity, holiness, and the fruits of the Spirit. And do it in such a way that deflects any praise towards God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ. Jesus said that our light shining to those around us will lead some to “glorify [the] Father in heaven.” The visible testimony of a godly life can have a powerful impact upon people surrounded by the wickedness we see around us in our daily lives.
- • When I was courting my wife 46 years ago, I had not yet come in faith and repentance to the Lord. One day I complimented her on some facet of her godly lifestyle. Her response was: “That’s Jesus in me.” She deflected praise to Jesus, the Source of any good that I might see in her. That had a strong impact on me and was definitely part of the multiple influences that led me to salvation in Christ in February, 1969.
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3. Share your personal testimony about Jesus.
- • Perhaps you’ve had a wonderful experience of the Lord’s grace in your life. Deliverance from drugs, a notable healing, a miraculously answered prayer. These and other manifestations of His love for you can serve as powerful testimonies to those around you.
- • The formerly demon-possessed man, now fully delivered by Jesus, wanted to follow Jesus in His travels. But the Lord told him to go back to his people and “tell them how much the Lord has done for you” (vs. 19). He did so, “and all the people were amazed” (20).
- • Tell your family, tell your friends, about the amazing things Jesus Christ has done for you. The Samaritan woman in John chapter 4 did this. Jesus, who had never previously met her, spoke an astounding revelation about her personal life (vss. 16-18). She went into her town and told others about this amazing man (Jesus) whom she met at the well. And as a result, “many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, ‘He told me everything I ever did’ ” (39).
- • If Jesus has done something wonderful in your life, tell others about it. It might greatly impact them.
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4. Rejoice in the Lord in the midst of trial.
- • The apostle Paul and his companion Silas were locked in the Philippian jail with their feet in the stocks. The outlook seemed bleak. But nonetheless at midnight they were praying aloud and singing hymns to God. The other prisoners heard them, and undoubtedly the nearby jailer did, too. Then a violent earthquake shook everyone’s chains loose. The jailer, so astounded by all this, asked Paul and Silas, “What must I do to be saved?” They said to him, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved — you and your household.” And that’s precisely what happened. The jailer and his household heard the word of the Lord and were saved and baptized (33-34).
- • The takeaway for us today is this: even in our darkest hours, rejoice in the Lord! Our victory even in the midst of great duress can leave a very favorable impression on those who see us go through trials with grace and even joy. And that can open up meaningful conversations about the Source of our rejoicing, as we’ll see in the verse below.
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5. Live a hope-filled life, and be ready to explain why.
- • Perhaps the single best witness for Christ I’ve personally seen was in a supermarket in southern Oregon. I was second in the checkout line. The man ahead of me commented to the smiling young lady ringing up his purchases, “My, you're cheerful today.” I will never forget her reply. With a warm smile she said, “Would you like to know why?” He said yes. So she told him, very briefly, that she used to be a very depressed person until she received Jesus Christ into her life, and then Jesus had changed all that and had given joy to her.
- • After the man had left and she was ringing up my groceries, I thanked her for that beautiful testimony. She understood the apostle Peter’s encouragement and was living a hope-filled life before others. And she was clearly “ready to give an answer” to anyone who asked a reason for that visible hope. I was proud of her!
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6. Pray for the sick and for others in need.
- • Jesus had healed the blind man (vs. 7). And to shorten this long story, the healing led the man to faith in Christ — “Lord I believe” (38) — and he worshiped Him.
- • Acts 3 records Peter and John being used by the Lord to heal a crippled man near the temple (vss. 7-8). This healing amazed a large crowd in the vicinity, and Peter preached the Gospel to them, with literally thousands believing and being saved as a result (Acts 4:4).
- • When the apostle Peter ministered complete healing to a paralyzed man in Lydda, the entire towns of Lydda and Sharon were so amazed that they “turned to the Lord” (Acts 9:32-35).
- • Pray for people! Pray for the sick, offer to pray for any of their needs. People are touched by prayer!
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7. Share the Gospel with people. There is no substitute for the Gospel.
The Gospel is the good news that Jesus Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again, and that through repentance and faith in Him we can receive forgiveness and eternal life.
- • All the things mentioned above can soften hearts and open them to the Gospel. But to be saved, a person must still hear the Gospel itself. They must hear about how Jesus died for their sins and rose again (1 Corinthians 15:1-4) so that we can receive salvation and eternal life with the Lord.
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Psalm 119:130 tells us that the entrance of God’s words gives light. Tell them the words of the Gospel. Give them the Good News that “repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ” (Acts 20:21, KJV) will usher them into eternal life as a born-again son or daughter of God.
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SUMMARY: Seven Practical Ways to Present Jesus to the Lost
- 1. Love your enemies, as God does.
- 2. Let those around you see your godly life and your good works, done in the Lord’s name.
- 3. Tell people your testimony of the great things the Lord has done for you.
- 4. Continue to rejoice in the Lord in the midst of trial.
- 5. Let your hope in the Lord be evident to all, and be ready to answer when people ask about the reason for that hope.
- 6. Pray willingly for people — for the sick, for the hurting, for those in all types of need. And pray for lost souls to be saved.
- 7. Simply tell people the Good News — that Jesus Christ died for their sins and rose to life again, and He is willing to forgive them, receive them, and grant them eternal life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soul Winning and Sharing Jesus
Below are answers to some of the most common questions about how to share Jesus, present the Gospel, and lead others to faith in Christ.
What is soul winning in the Bible?
Soul winning is the process of helping people come to faith in Jesus Christ by sharing the Gospel and leading them to repentance and belief. It involves both living a godly life and clearly explaining the message of salvation. Scripture shows that believers can influence others through love, testimony, prayer, and direct proclamation of the Gospel. Ultimately, it is God who brings salvation, but He uses His people as witnesses.
How can I share Jesus with someone without feeling nervous?
You can share Jesus in simple, natural ways by letting your life reflect Christ, telling your personal testimony, and showing genuine love and concern for others. Many effective opportunities come through everyday conversations. You do not need to be forceful or overly formal. As you rely on the Holy Spirit and speak sincerely, God will help you communicate clearly and confidently.
What is the simplest way to explain the Gospel?
The Gospel is the good news that Jesus Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again, and that through repentance and faith in Him we can receive forgiveness and eternal life. A simple explanation includes who Jesus is, what He has done, and how a person can respond. Even a brief, clear presentation can lead someone toward salvation.
Do I have to speak the Gospel for someone to be saved?
Yes. While a godly life, kindness, and prayer can open hearts, the Bible teaches that people must hear the Gospel message to be saved. Romans 10 emphasizes that faith comes by hearing the Word of God. Therefore, believers should both live out their faith and clearly speak the message of Jesus Christ when opportunities arise.
What are practical ways to witness for Jesus daily?
Practical ways include loving difficult people, living a consistent Christian life, sharing your testimony, showing joy in difficult circumstances, being ready to explain your hope, praying for others’ needs, and clearly presenting the Gospel. These everyday actions can open doors for meaningful conversations about Jesus and lead others toward faith in Him.
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