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30 Bible Verses About Sharing Your Faith

by Amelia Wilson

As Christians, sharing our faith is not just a calling—it is a responsibility. The Bible calls us to spread the good news of Jesus Christ and His salvation to everyone we meet. Sharing the message of the gospel brings glory to God and helps others experience His love, grace, and salvation.

Many Christians struggle with the idea of sharing their faith, thinking they may not know enough, or fearing rejection or failure. However, the Bible is filled with encouragement and clear instructions on how to share our faith. From the Great Commission to various teachings of Jesus and the apostles, the scriptures urge believers to share the gospel with others, trusting in the power of the Holy Spirit.

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In this article, we’ll explore 30 Bible verses that speak about the importance of sharing our faith. These verses will remind us of our mission, encourage us to be bold, and inspire us to rely on God as we proclaim His message to the world.

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1. Matthew 28:19-20

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

In these verses, Jesus gives His followers the Great Commission. He commands us to go into all the world and make disciples. This is our primary responsibility as believers—to spread the gospel and teach others about Jesus.

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2. Acts 1:8

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”

This verse shows that the Holy Spirit empowers us to be witnesses of Christ. We are not expected to share our faith on our own strength, but through the power of the Holy Spirit.

3. Mark 16:15

“And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.'”

Jesus reiterates the command to preach the gospel to everyone, everywhere. Sharing our faith is not limited by geography or culture; it is a universal mission.

4. 1 Peter 3:15

“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.”

Peter encourages Christians to be ready to explain their faith to others. We should be able to answer questions about our hope in Christ, doing so with humility and respect.

5. Romans 10:14-15

“How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!'”

These verses remind us that people need to hear the gospel in order to believe. We are the messengers who bring this good news to the world.

6. Matthew 5:14-16

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”

Jesus calls us to be lights in the world. Our actions and words should reflect God’s love, leading others to glorify Him.

7. 2 Corinthians 5:20

“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.”

As ambassadors for Christ, we are His representatives on earth. God works through us to call others to be reconciled to Him.

8. John 4:35

“Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, and then comes the harvest’? Look, I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest.”

Jesus teaches that the world is ready for the gospel. We must be alert to the opportunities around us to share our faith.

9. Acts 4:20

“For we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.”

Peter and John boldly proclaim that they cannot keep quiet about what they have experienced with Jesus. When we truly understand the gospel, we cannot help but share it with others.

10. 1 Corinthians 9:16

“For if I preach the gospel, that gives me no ground for boasting. For necessity is laid upon me. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!”

Paul expresses that preaching the gospel is not optional—it is a necessity. As Christians, sharing our faith should be a priority in our lives.

11. Luke 24:47

“And that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem.”

Jesus emphasizes that repentance and forgiveness should be preached to all people, starting from where we are and extending to the ends of the earth.

12. 2 Timothy 4:2

“Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.”

Paul urges Timothy (and all believers) to be ready to share the gospel at any time. We should be prepared to proclaim God’s Word, whether it is convenient or not.

13. 1 Thessalonians 2:8

“So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.”

Sharing our faith goes beyond words. It involves sharing our lives with others, building relationships, and showing God’s love through our actions.

14. 1 Corinthians 1:17

“For Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel, and not with words of eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power.”

Paul emphasizes that the power of the gospel comes not from our eloquence, but from the message itself. We don’t need to be perfect speakers; we just need to share the truth of Jesus.

15. Philippians 1:14

“And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.”

Paul’s boldness in sharing his faith, even in prison, encouraged others to do the same. Our courage to share the gospel can inspire others to be bold as well.

16. Matthew 9:37-38

“Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.'”

Jesus acknowledges the great need for more people to share the gospel. We should pray for more workers to spread the good news.

17. John 20:21

“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.'”

Jesus sends His followers into the world just as He was sent by the Father. We have been given a mission to share the gospel with others.

18. Colossians 4:5-6

“Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.”

We should be wise and gracious in our interactions with non-believers, taking every opportunity to share our faith with kindness.

19. 2 Timothy 2:2

“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”

Sharing our faith involves not only preaching the gospel but also discipling others to carry on the message and teach others in turn.

20. Romans 1:16

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”

Paul boldly declares that the gospel is the power of God for salvation, and he is not ashamed to share it. We should have the same boldness in proclaiming the message of Christ.

21. Ephesians 6:19-20

“And also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.”

Paul prays for boldness to proclaim the gospel. We can pray for the same boldness to share our faith with others.

22. Acts 13:47

“For so the Lord has commanded us, saying, ‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.'”

God calls His people to be a light to the nations, bringing the message of salvation to all people, no matter where they are from.

23. 1 John 1:3

“That which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.”

John emphasizes that they share the gospel because of their fellowship with Christ. We too share the good news because of our relationship with Jesus.

24. Galatians 6:6

“Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches.”

This verse reminds us that sharing the gospel is not just about evangelism but also about mutual support within the Christian community.

25. Luke 8:39

“Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.”

After healing a man, Jesus tells him to go back and share what God has done for him. Our personal testimonies are powerful tools for sharing our faith.

26. Romans 15:20

“And thus I make it my ambition to preach the gospel, not where Christ has already been named, lest I build on someone else’s foundation.”

Paul’s ambition was to share the gospel with those who had never heard it. We are called to reach the lost, wherever they are.

27. Matthew 10:32

“So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven.”

Jesus promises that those who boldly acknowledge Him on earth will be acknowledged by Him in heaven.

28. Hebrews 13:15

“Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.”

Our words of praise and acknowledgment of God should flow from us continually, including in our conversations with others about Him.

29. James 5:20

“Let him know that whoever brings back a sinner from his wandering will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins.”

Sharing our faith can bring someone back to God, saving their soul from eternal death.

30. John 15:8

“By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.”

When we share our faith, we bear fruit for God’s kingdom, bringing glory to Him and showing ourselves to be His true disciples.

Conclusion

The Bible is clear that sharing our faith is an essential part of being a Christian. It’s not just a command, but a privilege. By sharing the gospel, we can help others come to know the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Let these 30 Bible verses inspire and encourage you to be bold in sharing your faith, trusting that God will guide and empower you every step of the way.

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