the reason for world evangelism

In one of my classes, I was asked to give a biblical reason for world evangelism/spreading of Christianity....Here is my post.

The Bible teaches that the Church exists for the glory of God (Ephesians 1: 4-6).  If this is our purpose for being on earth then it is clear that we are to do everything that we can to increase the glory of God on earth.  In fact, Jesus prayed that God's will would be done on earth as it is in Heaven. (Matthew 6:10).  

John Piper says that the ultimate goal of the Church is not missions, it is worship.   

The most compelling verses for world evangelism are the ones that show God's desire for everything that has breath to praise Him (Psalm 150:6).  

Realizing God's desire for His name to be praised, we must spread the Gospel of Christ to all people (Matthew 28:16-20).  

The Gospel of Christ is Good News to those who are perishing!  Us being faithful witnesses of Jesus Christ will bring others to see how GOOD He is!

steps

So, it is a new year and I have some goals. The date I have set to meet these goals varies from during this year to five years from now.

-Finish my Masters.
-Get back into the shape I was at our wedding.
-Pay off our car/have only our mortgage as debt and then save up to pay cash for the next car.
-Become a better husband.
-Lead our church to experience growth and no longer need outside support to carry out the vision God has given us.

Probably a few more to come!

You know what's crazy, people set goals without ever determining the steps to get there. I am setting the steps now! Pray for me as I work on all of these!