A new effort to reach the lost around the world hopes to renew an interest in evangelism among believers here in America.
An alliance of globally focused ministries has designated May 15 as the International Day for the Unreached, a one-day event intended to inspire and mobilize Christians to reach out to more than 2 billion people around the world who have yet to hear the gospel.
The event is sponsored by the Alliance for the Unreached, a group that includes Reach Beyond, Bibles For The World, Operation Mobilization, The Seed Company and Missio Nexus.
Wayne Pederson, Reach Beyond president, said “In America, it’s easy to get comfortable and complacent. But we want to remind people that there are literally billions of people around the globe in desperate need of the good news of Jesus, but have never heard His name or story. We’re called to bring it to them.”
Evangelism has fallen on hard times in North America. Barna Group examined evangelism habits over two decades and found a disturbing trend. According to the research “Evangelism is on the decline among key demographics, especially among ‘Busters’ and ‘Boomers’ who make up nearly two out of three active Christians today.”
The Day for the Unreached will include a variety of efforts to raise awareness including radio programs, sermons and a 30-day prayer movement.
People interested in learning more about the unreached or to get involved can download a free Great Commission Action Guide from the website, DayForTheUnreached.org