Effective Evangelism

In this episode of Effective Evangelism, Catherine Van Der Laan and Gil Banton tackle the challenging topic of how Christians should engage on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter). They discuss the pitfalls of online confrontation and political controversies, emphasizing that social media is a public street corner where our actions reflect on Christ. Dr...

Join Catherine and Gil as they dive into what effective evangelism truly means. They discuss sharing the love of Jesus through actions and words, emphasizing that evangelism is a lifelong process of demonstrating God's character and listening to His lead.  They explore examples of both effective and ineffective evangelism, highlighting the importance of living a life of love and speaking trut...

In this episode of "Effective Evangelism," host Catherine Van Der Laan and guest Gil Banton delve into the profound question: "What is the gospel?" Catherine shares a personal revelation about re-evaluating her understanding of the gospel, while Gil, a campus minister, offers his perspective. The discussion goes beyond a simple formula, emphasizing that the "good news&quot...

In this inaugural episode of "Effective Evangelism," host Catherine Van Der Laan and guest co-host Gil Banton explore the foundational question: "Why do we share the gospel?" Gil, a campus minister with over 20 years of experience, shares his personal journey of encountering Jesus as a college student and how that transformation fuels his desire to share his faith. Catherine re...