Quiet Fire Devotional | Evangelism Needs More Drivers

Evangelism Needs More Drivers: When the Gospel Calls You Into Gear

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…”— Matthew 28:19, ESV

“ How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”— Romans 10:15, ESV

1. The Gospel Is a Mission—Not a Museum

Too many believers admire the Gospel like it’s a trophy in a glass case:

• They study it.

• They defend it.

• They cherish it.

• But they don’t carry it.

Evangelism becomes the job of “the called,” “the gifted,” or “the professionals.”

But Jesus didn’t say, “Watch others go.” He said, “Go.”

“You are the light of the world.” — Matthew 5:14, ESV

Light isn’t meant to be stored. It’s meant to shine—intentionally, actively, courageously.

2. Too Many Ride Along Without Ever Taking the Wheel

There are far more passengers than drivers:

• Christians who attend but don’t advance

• Believers who receive but never release

• Disciples who follow silently but never speak publicly

The danger of remaining a passenger is subtle: You get used to the road without ever learning how to lead someone else along it.

The Great Commission wasn’t a suggestion for the elite. It was the expectation for every redeemed soul.

3. Drivers Take the Gospel Personally

To drive means:

• You initiate.

• You risk.

• You study maps.

• You grow confident over time.

Evangelism isn’t about personality. It’s about ownership.

Do you own the burden for your neighbor’s soul? Your coworker’s salvation? Your family’s eternity?

“We are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us.” — 2 Corinthians 5:20, ESV

You’re not just invited to ride. You’ve been handed the keys.

4. The Harvest Is Plentiful, But the Drivers Are Few

Jesus said the workers were few—not because the harvest wasn’t ready, but because too few were willing to step out of observation and into obedience.

“Pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers...” — Luke 10:2, ESV

The Gospel travels fastest not by mass media—but by moved hearts. Every time a believer says, “Send me,” the Kingdom advances.

And every time someone stays silent in the name of comfort, it pauses.

Closing Reflection

Have you been a passenger in evangelism—watching, affirming, but not driving? What’s stopping you from initiating Gospel conversations in your world? When did we start believing that someone else would drive for us?

It’s time to move from proximity to purpose. From silence to sharing. From passenger to driver.