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The word evangelist is used only three times in Scripture. Therefore, relatively little can be concluded about this person’s role. Philip, who planted churches, is called an evangelist (Acts 21:8), and Timothy was instructed to do the work of an evangelist (2 Tim. 4:5). Some have the gift of evangelism and are given to the church (v. 11).
The root meaning of evangelist is “to bring good tidings” or “to bring the gospel message.” Illustration: In the New Testament, the evangelist appears to have gone to unbelieving people, attempting to win them to Christ. Some people view the evangelist as a particularly effective soul-winner. Application: Soul-winning is the responsibility of all Christians regardless of their spiritual gifts, offices, or ministries (First Reference, Acts 21:8; Primary Reference, Eph. 4:11; cf. Eph. 2:20.)
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[Courtesy: Nelson Electronic Library]
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