Five Simple Ways to Share the Gospel

It was just another ordinary weekend.

Nothing fancy, no big plans. Just a simple family errand: we promised David, our almost-12-year-old, that he could finally buy the UNO card game he's been saving up for. He earned the money by reading Khmer books, selling homemade chocolate crinkles, and consistently taking sermon notes every Sunday. We were proud of him. So, off to the mall we went.

I’ve always appreciated that David isn’t drawn to gadgets. Instead, he’s into board games, puzzles, and card games. It’s his way of unwinding, and we see his creativity and joy through it. After finding the perfect UNO card set and making the purchase, we decided to linger a bit longer. I needed to reach my daily 10,000 steps goal, and walking around the mall seemed like a fun way to finish it.

As we strolled down to the ground floor, we passed by a sports store (Decathlon). They had an open table tennis area where anyone could try the equipment. Naturally, it caught the boys’ attention. David was curious and eventually got to play a friendly match with other kids around his age. Then it was Vandy’s turn.

Watching my husband step into that space brought back some memories. When he was in Bible school, afternoons were often spent playing table tennis and volleyball with his classmates. He told me many times how he enjoyed both, and how competitive yet fun those moments were. We even have a table tennis setup at home, where pastors and young people often come over to unwind and play friendly matches. It’s one of the simple ways we open our home, a chance to connect, share life, and sometimes even the gospel.

Back to the match: Vandy and his opponent, someone we had never met before, had a great game. It was intense and quite exhausting for him. He joked afterward that his reflexes were slower now and he felt every movement in his joints. Still, he won, and the match ended with mutual respect and cheerful handshakes.

They started chatting afterward. The man turned out to be a guest house owner who lived across the city. He was simply there to unwind with his family while they did some grocery shopping. As they talked more, they found common interests and exchanged contact details. Even after we left the mall, messages were still being exchanged. It was refreshing to see that kind of openness.

We hope and pray for another opportunity to meet this time maybe with his whole family. Who knows? Maybe next time, it won’t just be about table tennis. Maybe it will be about life, faith, and the gospel.

Be Ready, In Season and Out of Season

This experience reminded us of a powerful truth from Scripture:

"Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction." — 2 Timothy 4:2

We weren’t out on a missions trip. We weren’t attending a church event. It was just a mall, a weekend errand, a game of table tennis. Yet, in that ordinary setting, God made room for a possible new connection and maybe, in time, a gospel opportunity.

Our main ministry has always been in the dormitory and among young couples at PPC (our local church). But as followers of Jesus, our calling goes beyond scheduled programs. We are called to live ready, ready to share, to encourage, to listen, to offer hope.

Five Simple but Powerful Ways to Share the Gospel:

1. Be Present and Available – Sometimes, gospel conversations start with just showing up. Whether you’re in a grocery line or playing table tennis, be present. Look around. Notice people. You never know who’s waiting for a word of hope.

2. Live a Life of Integrity and Kindness – Actions speak. Being kind, respectful, and genuine builds trust and opens hearts. Often, people are more drawn by who you are before they care about what you say.

3. Pray Before You Speak – Ask the Holy Spirit to give you discernment. Sometimes, He simply wants you to listen. Other times, He prompts you to speak. Let God lead the moment.

4. Share Your Story, Not Just the Facts – Don’t worry about having a perfect script. Share what Jesus has done in your life. Your personal story is powerful, relatable, and real.

5. Follow Up and Be Willing to Walk with Them – Sometimes the first talk is just a seed. Don’t rush the fruit. If they open the door for more conversations, be faithful in the journey.

Let’s Pray Together

Father,

Thank You for the ordinary days that You fill with divine appointments. Help us to be sensitive to Your voice, open to Your promptings, and willing to be used anytime and anywhere. Make our hearts tender, our words full of grace, and our lives a reflection of Your love.

Lord, we pray for every person we cross paths with that they may encounter You through our actions and words. Make us ready, not just in big events but in everyday moments. Use our homes, our hobbies, even our games to reflect Your goodness.

May we never overlook the small opportunities to love and share the truth of the gospel.

In Jesus’ name,
Amen.

Being Gospel-Ready, Always

If there’s one thing this encounter taught us again, it’s that gospel readiness is not about having the perfect moment it’s about being willing. It’s about listening to that still, small voice of the Holy Spirit and simply saying "yes."

It’s not about being a pastor or missionary. It’s about being a follower of Christ.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a student, a businessman, or a retiree, God can use you. Right where you are. In malls, schools, markets, or offices.

So, the next time you're out running errands, take a breath. Look around. That stranger next to you might just be someone God is nudging you toward. Not to preach at, but to simply connect with. 

Be warm. Be real. Be ready.

Similar post I have written here 👉 5 Steps to Effectively Share the Gospel

Blessings to you!

The Hourngs in Cambodia 😍🙏👪