What does the Bible say about ministering to unsaved?
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The Bible calls Christians to minister to unbelievers by faithfully proclaiming the gospel of Christ, living in holiness and love, and trusting God to save by His grace. Mark 16:15 sends believers to preach the gospel to all creation, while Romans 5:8 centers that message on God’s love shown in Christ’s death for sinners. Titus 2:1-15 and Ephesians 4:1-32 teach that sound doctrine and godly conduct adorn the gospel, making Christian witness credible. James 3:1-18 warns that ministry must be marked by humble, peaceable wisdom rather than selfish ambition. Believers are to use their gifts faithfully, as 1 Timothy 4:14-16 teaches, while remembering that salvation ultimately comes from God’s sovereign mercy, not human skill.
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- James 3:1-18 8 votes
- Titus 2:1-15 8 votes
- Ephesians 4:1-32 7 votes
- Romans 5:8 4 votes
- Ephesians 1:1-23 4 votes
- Colossians 3:1-25 3 votes
- 1 Timothy 4:1-16 2 votes
- 1 Timothy 4:14 2 votes
- Mark 16:15 2 votes
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