Sisters: The Call Bible Study - Week 4

Go Fish: Bold and Ready to Share the Gospel

Scripture References

Primary text

• Romans 10
• Romans 1
• 1 Peter 3

Other references

• Acts 4
• Psalm 107

Overview

Week four centers on Jesus’ charge to “go fish” — to pursue people who don’t yet know Him. If we truly believe the gospel has rescued us from eternal separation, we can’t stay silent. The session traces why we share, what holds us back, and the two attitudes Scripture commands: boldness and readiness. Real-life fears are named, practical doors are opened, and the call ends with Paul’s cry for “beautiful feet” that carry good news.

Main Points

1. Our Call to “Go Fish”

• Just as we naturally gush about a new show, diet, or product, believers are meant to talk about Jesus.
• Jesus’ mission “to seek and save the lost” is now ours; He “didn’t save us so we could just go our merry way.”

• “His calling is our calling — we’re called to go fish.”

2. Why We Share

• Salvation is exclusive: Peter’s declaration in Acts 4 — “Salvation is found in no one else.”
• If we believe people are “eternally destined to be away from Him” without Christ, love compels us.
• Sharing flows from personal transformation, not obligation; one panelist moved from church habit to heartfelt witness after encountering God’s presence.

3. How We Go: In Boldness (Romans 1)

• Paul’s stance: > “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.”
• Common obstacles named by the group:
  • Fear of looking judgmental
  • Not wanting to act like a know-it-all
  • Worry about Bible questions we can’t answer
  • Fear of rejection or bad timing
• Reminder: believers are “not called to hide our faith.”

4. How We Go: In Readiness (1 Peter 3)

• Be prepared to give “the reason for the hope” with gentleness and respect.
• Readiness includes a lifestyle that backs the message: “You don’t want to be sharing your faith if you’re living just like the world.”
• Practical preparations mentioned:
  • Share your personal story — it’s the “best tool” (Psalm 107: “Tell how He’s delivered you from darkness”).
  • Begin each day praying for open conversations and alertness to the Spirit.
  • Guard against busyness that crowds out opportunities.

5. Everyday Open Doors

• Inviting to church — an easy on-ramp where the gospel is clearly presented weekly.
• Social media — simple posts with Scripture or testimony.
• Shared backgrounds — one woman intentionally visits places where others struggle with addiction: “I know how you feel, but Jesus loves you.”
• Hospitality at home — neighborhood kids and parents experience faith through ordinary life.
• Church Online — reaching accidental visitors across the globe who “end up staying” and returning.

6. The Apostolic Picture (Romans 10)

• Paul’s chain of questions underscores urgency: people cannot believe without a messenger.
• Conclusion: > “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.”
• The speaker’s charge: let’s have beautiful feet and “go share the good news of Jesus.”

Key Truths

• Belief in the exclusivity of Christ’s salvation fuels evangelism.
• Boldness comes from gospel power, not personal confidence.
• Readiness marries clear answers with a Christ-like lifestyle.
• Personal testimony is a God-given tool every believer already possesses.
• Everyday spaces — online or next door — are God-appointed fishing ponds.

Response

• Pray daily for open conversations and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.
• Tell someone this week what Jesus has specifically done in your life.
• Invite a friend, neighbor, or online contact to church or a faith event.
• Examine your lifestyle; align words and actions so your witness rings true.
• Step through fear by remembering the gospel’s power, not your own expertise.

Closing

The session ends with Paul’s urgent picture: people can’t call on Jesus unless someone tells them, and that “someone” is us. The Father’s heart beats for every lost soul; our feet carry that heartbeat into the world.

“Girls, let’s have beautiful feet — let’s go share the good news of Jesus. Let’s go fish.”

Prayer

“Heavenly Father, we love You so much. We’re amazed and thankful for the salvation we have because of Christ Jesus. Father, I pray that every single day we would be prayerful, be ready, be bold — ready to share Your love and good news, that You’ve come to seek and save the lost and set the captives free. May we be prepared to explain and, by the way we live, show everyone that You are salvation and freedom, the way, the truth, and the life. Thank You that You prepare us, make us ready, and give us the words. You will do this. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”