Why People Respond to the Gospel

As I’ve witnessed to people over the years, I’ve received all kinds of responses. Some quickly reject the message of the gospel, having no interest in hearing God’s plan of salvation. Some listen without making any commitment one way or the other. Some raise all kinds of questions and objections, more interested in arguing than hearing. Some listen and want to know more. And thankfully, there are some who immediately respond and put their faith in Jesus as their Savior. God has commanded us to be faithful to witness, but He has not given us responsibility for the results.

Why do people respond to the gospel in the ways that they do? God has given man the freedom to accept or reject the gospel message. I think it is wise to learn how to answer common questions people may ask and know how to lay out the plan of salvation from the Scriptures. But soulwinning is not an exercise in selling something. Soulwinning is a matter of faithfully delivering the message of the gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Some people have hardened their heart to the gospel, and some allow the conviction of God’s Word to penetrate their hearts. Our job is to share the message and then allow the Lord to work in hearts.

Today’s Gospel Declaration Principle:

Every day we should be faithful to witness to anyone we can and trust God to provide the results.