Believers universally affirm that evangelism is a vital part of what God calls them to do, but very few make a practice of doing it. They feel awkward and ill-equipped, either because they’ve never been trained, or because their lack of interaction with non- Christians prevents them from using and developing the skills they do have. Bill Hybels addresses these concerns and signals the next era in personal evangelism with Just Walk Across the Room. Drawing on fresh perspectives from the author’s own experiences, as well as time-tested and practical illustrations, Just Walk Across the Room encourages and equips readers to routinely initiate spiritual conversations with those who don’t know Christ.
Evangelism is as simple and as scary as walking across the room, according to
Hybels, well known senior pastor of Willow Creek Community Church in South
Barrington, Ill. His heartfelt burden for sharing the Christian message is
clear as he guides readers to a new understanding of why and how they can help
others meet God. He offers solid advice on evangelism, yet does so without
sounding like he's checking off items on a spiritual list. His form of
evangelism is relational, what he calls "Living in 3D." Hybels enlarges on the
three Dsdevelop friendships, discover stories, discern next stepsin a clear,
conversational way, all the while challenging Christians to move beyond their
insulated "evangelism-void vacuum." He encourages Christians to explore "the
power of story" and to learn how to tell their own spiritual narratives
concisely and effectively. Readers will find inspiration and honesty in this
book that mirrors Hybels's personal convictions and those of his church as
well: "It really is true: the spread of the gospel... boils down to whether
you and I will continue to seek creative ways to engage our friends, inviting
them to explore the abundance of the Christ-following life...." (Aug.)
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Reviewed by Charles Huntington (Paoli, PA), May 07, 2009
Bill Hybells book Just Walk Across the Room is a Life Changer for the average Christian who sees himself/herself inadequate to the task Jesus gave us in the Great Commission. Bill's book gives us a clear picture of the process at work in a person's coming to Christ and provides simple, winsome steps to follow to be about our LORD's work. If you suffer feelings of inferiority when the subject of Evangelism is raised, this book is for you. You can do it--in fact, you may already be mightily involved in ways you never imagined. Be blessed! Read this book.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Brenda Paul (Plant City, FL), April 17, 2009
Oh my goodness! I couldn't put this book down. My copy has highlighted sentences on nearly every page!
It is full of encouragement on simple ways to show God's love with those we come in contact with without being "preachy" and overbearing.
It is a wonderful tool to teach us how to spread the intent of the gospel and the gospel itself! I plan to read it over again and I have ordered more copies to send to my daughter in Texas so she too can get up and "Just Walk Across the Room!"
Thank you Bill Hybels for listening to God's directive in sharing this!!!
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Susan Casano (Indianola, MS), March 19, 2009
Very good approach to making evangelism do-able. Simple and to the point with illustrations from Hybels life experiences.
1.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Sonia Irwin (Topeka, Ks), September 13, 2008
Although there are good examples of how to engage people in conversation, there are very few examples out of the Bible and it's very limited in scripture references. I was disappointed in this book as it just seemed like human ideas and examples.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Sandy (Ligonier, PA), August 30, 2008
I think the book by Bill Hybels was a great inspiring read. It contained some simple and direct truths that help give one a nudge to go "walk across the room". My husband and I direct a high school youth ministry and our staff is reading this book together.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Sam Isaacson (London, UK), April 28, 2008
Excellent challenging and highly stimulating book, providing you read it quickly! The first four chapters are absolutely excellent, then Bill Hybels goes on to tell some stories and encourage in different ways so do buy it, read it and be challenged, then quickly plow through the rest!
Above all however we are all called to evangelise so a very good topic and, although I do not agree with all his theology, a very good practical challenge is put forward by Hybels.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Mark Stamper (Aurora, IL), February 29, 2008
I've had the pleasure of seeing Bill Hybels speak at Willow Creek and his book is very similar to how he converses to the congregation: straightforward, humble, simple yet profound, and laden with examples and illustrations that I can relate to. "Just Walk Across the Room..." is a book that will inspire you not because of lofty ideals and inherent guilt, rather, through a series of exercises, challenges, and Bill's ability to take you on a journey that will redefine your own expectations of yourself. A book worthy of more than one read.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Mark (Hillsborough, NJ), January 08, 2008
I liked this book very much. Bill Hybels talks about some practical examples of moving people forward. Unfortunately, I think some of the other reviewers are disturbed by style. Hybels encourages a more gentle, indirect approach than is appreciated by some other readers. His point is that you have to have a relationship with someone to truly disciple to them. To form a relationship with some, you likely have to get out of your comfort zone.
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