"Witnessing" and “Sharing Jesus” Nehemiah 13:23-24 “Witnessing” Modern Denominational “Witnessing” An Online Definition: What is a Witness? What do you think of when you hear the word “witness?” Most people probably think of someone in a courtroom. The witness is someone that has seen something take place and is there to tell of all that they saw, heard, and experienced. Likewise, as Christians, we are called to be witnesses for Christ who present a testimony about the truth that we have experienced and heard. raisingeverydaydisciples.com “…the truth we have experienced and heard.” --This includes salvation “experiences”, financial gains, drug recovery, etc. --“Witnessing” is also used to “confirm” a (supposed) direct operation of the Holy Spirit “Witness” in the New Testament: An “eyewitness” of something G3144 μάρτυς martus mar'-toos Of uncertain affinity; a witness (literally [judicially] or figuratively [generally]); by analogy a “martyr”: - martyr, record, witness. --Total KJV occurrences: 34 [see attachment] G3140 μαρτυρέω martureō mar-too-reh'-o [to bear witness. Verb form of G3144 -EDR-] From G3144; to be a witness, that is, testify (literally or figuratively): - charge, give [evidence], bear record, have (obtain, of) good (honest) report, be well reported of, testify, give (have) testimony, (be, bear, give, obtain)witness. --Total KJV occurrences: 79 [see attachment] Qualification to be an apostle of Jesus – Witness of resurrection Acts 1:12-26; 22:12-15; 23:11; 26:16; 1 Peter 5:1; 1 John 1:2; Revelation 20:4 We cannot be a “witness” as used in the NT. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Sharing Jesus” Many congregations of the Lord’s church mention “sharing Jesus” “Sharing Jesus” was, at one time, only used by denominations. We must NOT use denominational words or phrases that confuses the teaching of the Bible Dictionary Definition (Modern English):[See attachment] 3: to tell (thoughts, feelings, experiences, etc.)to others—often used with with We do not "share" Jesus, we PREACH Jesus the Christ by His gospel The Apostles and Prophets Preached….. [See attachment] The Faith Galatians 1:23 But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed. Colossians 1:23 If ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister; Word Acts 15:35-36 Paul also and Barnabas continued in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also. And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do. Romans 10:8 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 2Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. The Gospel Romans 15:19 Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ. 1Corinthians 9:16,18 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel. Colossians 1:23 If ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister; Forgiveness of sins Acts 13:38 Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: Kingdom of God Acts 8:12 But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women. Galatians 1:8,9,11 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. The Cross 1Colossians 1:18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. The resurrection Acts 4:2 Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead. Jesus 2 Corinthians 4:5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake. Act 8:5,35 Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them. Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus. 1Corinthians 1:23 But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness; 2Corinthians 4:5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake. Phillipians 1:15-16,18 Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds: What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice. 1Timothy 3:16 And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory. God’s word is sufficient. It does NOT need our “help” in “Witnessing” or “Sharing”