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They Told Him to Stop Preaching Jesus. What He Wants Every Christian to Know The Christian Optimist

What if evangelism isn't nearly as intimidating as you've always thought?Jeremy Chong is a church planter in Chicago who has spent years taking the gospel to people on the streets of the city. Along the way, he's had many run ins with the police for his evangelism, shared his testimony and the gospel before federal judges, and had his story covered by the Chicago Tribune. His story has even been picked up by people like Ben Shapiro and Franklin Graham.But this conversation isn't really about Jeremy's extraordinary experiences. It's about something much more ordinary: how you and I can actually share Jesus with the people God has put around us.In this episode, Jeremy and I talk about the myths that make evangelism seem harder than it really is, the fears that keep Christians silent, what evangelism actually looks like in a city like Chicago, and how ordinary Christians can become more comfortable having gospel conversations.You don't need to be a street preacher. You don't need a theology degree. You don't need the perfect answer to every question.You just need to be willing to start a conversation.If you've ever thought, “I know I should evangelize, but I would have no idea what to say,” this episode is for you.For more information on Jeremy's Church plant visit: https://www.reformationchicago.com/For more information on Pastor Raef and Park Community Church visit: parksouthloop.org
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On this weekly podcast we tackle the real world issues and questions you have every day, head on. From Apologetics and Worldview, to doctrine, devotion, politics, news. It all gets covered here. Rooted in the Bible and an optimistic understanding of eschatology, we’ll study culture, interpret it through the Word of God, and have some fun along the way!