Engel Scale

The central message of this sermon is that evangelism and witnessing are not just events or singular decisions, but rather a process that involves moving someone along a continuum from being aware of God to making a decision. This process cannot be reduced to a simple "conversion" or "decision" event, but rather involves a series of steps and stages where individuals become increasingly aware of the gospel, develop a positive attitude towards it, and eventually make a decision. The sermon argues that success in evangelism is not solely defined by whether someone converts or not, but rather by how much they are moved along this continuum. By understanding evangelism as a process, rather than an event, the sermon aims to reframe our approach to witnessing and encourage a more nuanced and patient understanding of how individuals come to faith. This reframing advances the belief that human decision-making is a complex and gradual process, and that we should not assume that everyone will make a decision at the same time or in the same way. The takeaway for listeners is that they should focus on providing an environment of salvation and conveying the message of salvation, while also recognizing that ultimate success lies beyond their control.