Matthew 28:19-20 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

We are continuing in our series, Equipping the Saints, by looking at the role of the Evangelist!

The Evangelist is someone who is called and gifted by God to proclaim the message of the gospel—salvation through Jesus Christ—to others. Their mission involves preaching repentance, the forgiveness of sins, and the promise of eternal life, often focusing on reaching those who have not yet accepted Christ. Unlike pastors or teachers who primarily build up the church from within, evangelists often operate outside church walls, engaging the wider world and drawing people toward faith in Jesus.

Evangelists are mentioned specifically in Ephesians 4:11 as one of the key roles given by Christ to equip the church for ministry. A biblical evangelist is marked by boldness, compassion, and a deep commitment to the truth of Scripture. Their message is centered on Christ’s death and resurrection, and their goal is to lead people into a personal relationship with Him. Ultimately, evangelists serve as vital instruments in the expansion of the Kingdom of God, urging people to respond to God’s call with faith and obedience.

Or to put it another way, evangelism is one beggar telling another beggar where they found food!