Commitment to World Evangelism We commit ourselves to intentionally reaching the unconverted, baptizing them in water, and leading them to unite with the church. This commitment will be demonstrated by . . . • Viewing all the nations of the world as our mission field. • Encouraging our local churches to adopt and intercede for an unreached people group. Resource materials will be provided by the World Missions Department. • Asking all national churches of the Church of God international to adopt and implement measurable steps to evangelize and disciple unreached people groups inside and outside of their own regions (Matthew 28:18-20; Romans 15:19-24; Revelation 5:9). • Encouraging every local church to increase a minimum of 10 percent per year through conversion growth. • Cultivating a genuine passion for the lost that will compel members to personally communicate the gospel of Jesus and demonstrate His love to those outside the faith. • Discipling new believers and passing on our faith to the next generation. • Practicing lifestyle evangelism. (Matthew 9:37, 38; 28:19, 20; Mark 16:15-18; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:13-15) View COG General Overseer, G. Dennis McGuire's |
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