In Philip we have an example of what an evangelist should be, We read the story in Acts 8. when firstly he was in the place God needed him to be. ‘Go south to the road that leads from Jerusalem to Gaza.’ verse 26 He didn’t question, he just went. Then he took the initiative when he saw the other traveller. ‘Philip ran up to the chariot.’ verse 30. When he realised the man didn’t understand what he was reading, Philip who knew the scriptures well, explained the relevant passage.
He didn’t have time to consult a concordance. ‘Philip again with that very passage of scripture told him the good news about Jesus.’ verse 35. Philip didn’t wait for the next Christianity Explored. ‘He told him the good news.’ Nor did he hesitate when a pool of water was found. and the man suggested baptism. Then it wasn’t time for Philip to hang about for further instructions or to be congratulated. The Spirit of the Lord whisked him away.’ verse 39. His work wasn’t over, there were other Ethiopians to be met.
We need to be on the alert always, we never know when an opportunity will arise when we can speak about out God. A friend of mine says that whenever she leaves her house she is on the mission field.