Ten Modern Evangelism Myths: A Biblical Corrective

by Ryan Denton

Could it be that mistaken beliefs about evangelism lead to a decrease in getting it done? Ten Modern Evangelism Myths recounts the most popular misconceptions about evangelism followed by an easy-to-read response. Every Christian who wants to share their faith will find encouragement here to be bolder and more direct in their approach-while still showing love to those in their predicament of unbelief. You'll be more effective because you will be clearer about Christianity and more clearly yourself when talking about it. Finally, here is relief from the confusion generated by gimmicks-based and 'me-centered' approaches to evangelism. Table of
Foreword - Rob Ventura
Myth 1: Theology Doesn't Matter When Evangelizing
Myth 2: The Gospel Isn't Enough When Evangelizing
Myth 3: Evangelism Is Unsuccessful If No One Is Converted
Myth 4: The Lost Should Never Be Offended by Our Evangelism
Myth 5: There's Only One Right Way to Evangelize
Myth 6: Evangelism and Apologetics Are Different
Myth 7: Reformed Christians Don't Evangelize
Myth 8: Hell Should Be Left Out of Evangelism
Myth 9: Only Church Leaders and Professionals Should Evangelize
Myth 10: The Church Is Unimportant for Evangelism

Genres: Evangelism

96 pages, Paperback

Published April 24, 2021

About the author

Ryan Denton is a Presbyterian minister & evangelist. He has published with RHB, DesiringGod, Christian Focus, Founders Ministries, The Confessional Presbyterian, and others. He has degrees from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, St. John's College, University of New Mexico, and a Th.M from Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. Follow him on X: @TexasPreacher

Reviews

[Ryan Peacock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short and good corrective towards modern evangelical ideas of evangelism, with a good number applying to reformed churches as well. Chapter on apologetics was cringe in advocating presupp as the reformed apologetic. There was much good in the chapter and all that is good is not original or inherent in presupp. Wish his chapter on evangelism for all people within the church was a little more clear and careful about the real distinctions between members and officers.

[Frank Chirico · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was pleasantly surprised by this short little book. The author cuts right to the chase, pulls no punches, and sticks to the subject matter with no fluff. I've been doing evangelism for 19 years and it made me rethink some things I have done in the past. The thought of every time we witness and share the gospel is a win, and that is what we should be counting; not conversions because it's the Lord who gives the increase.

To those who may look at this book and get turned off because it's reformed theology, I say read it anyway. Expand your thinking. Because really, no matter if you are young or old in the faith...you'll gain something out of it.

[Benjamin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely excellent. Recommend this to every Christian. Every Christian is obligated to evangelize the lost, and to do so biblically.

[Benjamin Davenport · Rating 4 out of 5]

Important but brief book. Very helpful biblical teaching and great discussion questions at the end of each chapter to promote important conversations. I will be reading more from Ryan Denton on the subject of evangelism.

[Jesus Salgado · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are a lot of misunderstandings when it comes to evangelism, so it's really helpful to see the author address these misconceptions from a clear biblical perspective.