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Podcast: Ron Johnson Discipleship Podcast
Episode: The Idol of Evangelism
Description: There are many pastors today who argue that the Church should focus exclusively on evangelism. "What is more valuable than a soul?" they argue. It follows that speaking about anything that might offend an unbeliever is of secondary importance and should be avoided at all costs. After all, why should a lesser issue become a stumbling block to the greatest issue - salvation. Is this the approach of Jesus? What about controversial issues such as slavery and abortion? Is the Church expected to speak the truth even though someone might take offense? What is the gospel and what should b...