Evangelism is a vital aspect of living out the Christian faith, as believers are called to share the good news of salvation with the world.
Through prayer, we align our hearts with God’s will and seek his guidance and strength in this mission.
These prayers are paired with powerful bible verses to inspire, equip, and encourage individuals to be effective witnesses for Christ.
May these prayers ignite a passion for evangelism and bring glory to God as his love is shared.
30 Prayers for Evangelism
1. Acts 1:8
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the promise of the Holy Spirit who empowers us to share the good news.
Grant us boldness and strength as we proclaim Your message, starting with those around us and reaching to the ends of the earth.
Let Your Spirit guide our words and actions, that we may reflect Your love and truth to all we encounter.
2. Romans 10:14
“How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?” (ESV)
Lord, we ask that You stir within us a deep burden for the lost, knowing that faith comes by hearing.
Equip us to be messengers of Your Word, ready to share the hope of salvation with clarity and love. May we never shy away from opportunities to tell others about You.
Father, we pray for those who hear the Gospel, that their hearts may be open and receptive. Let our words point them to the truth of Your grace and mercy, leading them to call upon You in faith and find salvation through Christ.
3. Matthew 28:19-20
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (ESV)
Lord Jesus, You have given us the Great Commission to go and make disciples. We pray for a renewed zeal to carry out this command, knowing that You are with us every step of the way.
Father, we ask for wisdom in discipling others, teaching them to live according to Your Word.
May our lives serve as a testimony to Your transforming power, inspiring others to follow You wholeheartedly.
4. 2 Timothy 4:2
“Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.” (ESV)
Lord, we pray for readiness in every season to share the Gospel, whether in moments of ease or challenge.
Teach us to be patient and understanding as we guide others toward Your truth. Give us the courage to reprove and correct with love, always pointing people to Christ.
5. Psalm 96:3
“Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!” (ESV)
O God, we praise You for Your marvelous works and the glory of Your name. Fill us with passion to declare Your greatness to all nations, so that people from every tribe and tongue may worship You.
Lord, let our lives testify to Your goodness and faithfulness. May our words and actions draw others to seek You, that they may join in the joy of knowing and serving You as their Lord and Savior.
6. Ezekiel 36:26
“And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, we pray for hearts to be transformed by Your Spirit as we share the Gospel.
Remove the hardness in people’s hearts and replace it with hearts open to Your love and truth. May Your Spirit work in them to bring lasting change and salvation.
Lord, as we minister to others, remind us that it is You who changes hearts. Let us trust in Your power to reach the unreachable, knowing that Your grace is sufficient for all who turn to You in faith.
7. Colossians 4:3-4
“At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison—that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak.” (ESV)
Lord, we ask for open doors to share the Gospel, just as Paul sought opportunities to declare the mystery of Christ.
Give us clarity and confidence in our words, so that Your message may be communicated effectively and understood by those who hear.
Father, we pray for boldness to step through the doors You open. Let us not hesitate but instead speak with love and conviction, trusting that You are already at work in the lives of those we encounter.
8. Isaiah 6:8
“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?’ Then I said, ‘Here I am! Send me.'” (ESV)
Lord, we echo Isaiah’s response and say, “Here I am! Send me.” Use us as vessels to carry Your message of salvation to those in need. Grant us a willing and obedient spirit, ready to go wherever You lead us.
Father, prepare our hearts for the mission ahead. Strengthen our faith and resolve, that we may face challenges with courage and joy, knowing that we are fulfilling Your call to bring others into Your kingdom.
9. John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (ESV)
Lord, we thank You for the depth of Your love, revealed in the gift of Your Son. May this truth drive us to share the Gospel with urgency, knowing that eternal life is available to all who believe.
Father, we pray for those who hear this message of love. Open their hearts to receive it with faith and joy, trusting in the finished work of Christ for their salvation. Let Your love transform their lives.
10. 2 Corinthians 5:20
“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” (ESV)
Lord, we recognize the honor and responsibility of being ambassadors for Christ. Help us to represent You well, speaking with grace and truth as we implore others to be reconciled to You.
Father, we pray for divine appointments where we can share the Gospel. Let Your Spirit guide our interactions, that every word we speak and every action we take may point others to the hope and reconciliation found in Christ.
11. 1 Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” (ESV)
Lord, we ask for hearts that honor You in all we do. Prepare us to share the hope we have in Christ with confidence, yet with gentleness and respect.
Father, help us to remain humble and patient as we engage in conversations about faith. May our words be seasoned with grace, reflecting the holiness of Christ, so others may be drawn to the hope and truth we profess.
12. Matthew 9:37-38
“Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.'” (ESV)
Lord of the harvest, we come before You earnestly, asking You to send out workers into the field of evangelism.
Strengthen and equip Your church to reach the lost, and help each of us step into our calling as laborers in Your kingdom.
Father, may we never grow weary in this mission but remain faithful in planting seeds of faith. Let us trust You to bring the increase and transform lives through the work of Your Spirit.
13. Mark 16:15
“And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.'” (ESV)
Lord Jesus, You have commanded us to go and proclaim the Gospel to the whole creation. We pray for courage to fulfill this call, sharing Your love and truth with people of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Father, open our hearts to see the world as You see it. May we reach out with compassion and understanding, seeking to touch lives with Your message of hope and salvation.
14. Proverbs 11:30
“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and whoever captures souls is wise.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, may our lives bear the fruit of righteousness, becoming a tree of life for those around us.
Give us wisdom in evangelism, that we may capture souls for Your kingdom through words and deeds inspired by Your Spirit.
Lord, let us live in a way that glorifies You and draws others to know You. May the example we set lead many to experience the joy of salvation in Christ.
15. Luke 10:2
“And he said to them, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.'” (ESV)
Lord, we acknowledge the urgency of the harvest and pray for more laborers to rise up and answer the call. Use us as willing workers in Your harvest, spreading the message of salvation with passion and dedication.
Father, empower us to work alongside fellow believers in unity, supporting one another in the mission. May our collective efforts bring many to faith in Christ, for Your glory.
16. Isaiah 55:11
“So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.” (ESV)
Lord, we thank You for the power of Your Word, which never returns void. As we share the Gospel, let your word accomplish the purpose You intend, bringing light, hope, and transformation to all who hear it.
Father, remind us to trust in the effectiveness of Your Word. May we faithfully proclaim it, knowing that You are at work behind the scenes to fulfill Your will in people’s lives.
17. 2 Corinthians 4:6
“For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” (ESV)
Lord, we praise you for shining Your light into our hearts and revealing the glory of Christ. Use us as vessels to reflect Your light to those still in darkness, guiding them toward the knowledge of Your truth.
Father, let Your light shine brightly in us, dispelling fear and doubt as we share the Gospel. May Your glory be evident in our lives, drawing others to Your love and grace.
18. John 14:6
“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'” (ESV)
Lord Jesus, You are the way, the truth, and the life. Help us to boldly proclaim this message, pointing others to the only path to salvation. May Your Spirit guide our words and touch hearts to respond in faith.
Father, we pray for clarity and conviction as we share the Gospel. May those who hear it recognize the truth of Your Son and find eternal life in Him.
19. Philippians 2:15
“That you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.” (ESV)
Lord, may we shine as lights in a world full of darkness, reflecting Your righteousness and purity. Help us to live blamelessly and innocently, so that our lives become a testimony of Your grace and truth.
Father, let our light draw others to seek You, even in the midst of a crooked generation. Use our witness to point people to the hope found in Christ alone.
20. Hebrews 13:8
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (ESV)
Lord, we praise You for the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ. As we share the Gospel, help us to remind others of the eternal hope and steadfast love that is found in Him.
Father, may the consistency of Your character be evident in our lives and witness. Let us reflect Your faithfulness and draw others to the unwavering truth of Your salvation.
21. Ezekiel 3:18-19
“If I say to the wicked, ‘You shall surely die,’ and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, in order to save his life, that wicked person shall die for his iniquity, but his blood I will require at your hand. But if you warn the wicked, and he does not turn from his wickedness, or from his wicked way, he shall die for his iniquity, but you will have delivered your soul.” (ESV)
Lord, help us to be faithful in warning others about the consequences of sin and leading them to Your salvation. Grant us compassion and urgency, so that we may speak boldly about repentance and forgiveness through Christ.
Father, let us be accountable in our responsibility to share the truth. May our lives reflect the seriousness of Your call to rescue the lost from the path of destruction.
22. 1 Corinthians 9:22
“To the weak I became weak, that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.” (ESV)
Lord, give us a heart that is adaptable and empathetic, so we can connect with people from all walks of life. Help us to meet them where they are and show them the love of Christ in a way they can understand.
Father, teach us to lay down our preferences for the sake of reaching others. May we become vessels for Your message, willing to serve in whatever way brings people closer to You.
23. Jeremiah 20:9
“If I say, ‘I will not mention him, or speak any more in his name,’ there is in my heart as it were a burning fire shut up in my bones, and I am weary with holding it in, and I cannot.” (ESV)
Lord, may the desire to share Your name burn within us like a fire we cannot contain. Fill us with a passion for proclaiming Your truth and lead us to be unashamed witnesses for the Gospel.
Father, strengthen us when we feel weary or afraid. Let Your Spirit empower us to speak boldly, knowing that Your Word carries the power to transform lives.
24. Isaiah 52:7
“How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace, who brings good news of happiness, who publishes salvation, who says to Zion, ‘Your God reigns.'” (ESV)
Lord, thank You for the privilege of bringing the good news of salvation to others. Let our words and actions radiate peace and joy, pointing others to Your reign and redemption.
Father, may we reflect the beauty of the Gospel in all we do. Let our message bring hope and happiness to those searching for peace and salvation.
25. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” (ESV)
Lord, as we engage in evangelism, teach us to trust in Your guidance rather than our own understanding. Help us to acknowledge You in every step of the journey, knowing that You will direct our paths.
Father, remind us that You are the one who opens doors and prepares hearts. May we depend fully on You, trusting that You will bring fruit to our efforts in Your perfect timing.
26. Galatians 6:9
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” (ESV)
Lord, we pray for endurance in our mission to share the Gospel. Strengthen our resolve when we face challenges or discouragement, and remind us of the eternal impact of our efforts.
Father, help us to focus on the harvest You have promised. Let us not give up but continue sowing seeds of faith, trusting that in Your time we will see lives transformed.
27. John 8:32
“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (ESV)
Lord, we thank You for the freedom found in Your truth. Help us to share this message of liberation with others, so they too may experience the joy of knowing Christ.
Father, give us wisdom to present the truth in love, breaking through deception and leading people to the light of Your Word. May Your truth set many free as we proclaim it faithfully.
28. Psalm 126:5-6
“Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.” (ESV)
Lord, we pray for perseverance in sowing seeds of the Gospel, even in difficult and tearful moments. Strengthen us to trust in Your promise that joy will come as lives are changed for eternity.
Father, may we rejoice in the harvest You bring. Let us celebrate each soul saved, knowing that our labor in the Lord is never in vain.
29. Colossians 1:28
“Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.” (ESV)
Lord, help us to proclaim Christ with wisdom and humility, teaching and guiding others toward spiritual maturity. May our words inspire growth and a deeper relationship with You.
Father, we ask for discernment as we mentor and disciple others. Let Your Spirit lead us to speak truth and encouragement into their lives, building them up in faith.
30. Psalm 67:2
“That your way may be known on earth, your saving power among all nations.” (ESV)
Lord, we pray for Your name to be known among all nations. Use us as instruments to share Your saving power, so that people everywhere may come to worship and glorify You.
Father, let our passion for the Gospel extend beyond borders and boundaries. May Your glory cover the earth as we carry the message of Your love and redemption to the world.
Conclusion
Evangelism is a sacred calling that requires boldness, compassion, and reliance on God’s guidance. Through prayer, we align ourselves with His will, asking for wisdom, courage, and opportunities to share the Gospel.
May these prayers inspire and strengthen you as you step out in faith to proclaim the good news of salvation. May lives be transformed, hearts be healed, and God’s kingdom expand through your dedication and obedience.