In this lesson, Rob Whitaker discusses the mission of the Church of Christ, emphasizing the importance of evangelism and the challenges faced by churches today. He highlights the need for belief in the effectiveness of evangelism, the historical context of church growth and decline, and shares personal stories of conversion that illustrate the power of faith and active participation in outreach efforts. Whitaker calls for a renewed commitment to soul winning and encourages church members to engage in evangelism as a collective mission.Chapters00:00 Welcoming and Announcements00:04 Introduction to Evangelism Seminar01:06 The Mission of the Church03:35 Challenges in Evangelism05:53 Climbing Mount Unbelief07:12 Historical Context of Church Growth11:01 Lessons from History15:08 The Need for Change15:37 Personal Commitment to Evangelism18:37 The Importance of Engagement22:25 Learning from Experience26:55 Conducting Effective Bible Studies30:32 The Power of Scripture in Learning32:17 Understanding Salvation and Church Structure34:38 The Struggle with Baptism and Obedience36:44 The Reluctance to Change and the Weight of Responsibility38:32 Witnessing Transformation and Community Impact40:33 The Mission to Reach the Next Generation42:26 Persistence in Evangelism and Relational Outreach44:25 The Unexpected Call for Help46:33 The Challenge of Convincing Others48:33 Overcoming Doubts and Building Faith50:22 A Personal Mission to Convert Friends52:20 Facing Opposition and Standing Firm54:33 The Journey of a Friend to Faith56:36 The Power of the Gospel in Action58:27 A Prayer for Growth and Courage