What do Christians mean when they use terms like, born again, saved or “Ask Jesus to come into your heart?” So long as you have been a good person and tried your best, why should you be concerned about life after death? On this episode of The Exploring Aging Podcast, hosts Ray Sanders, Dr. Bill Pierce and Greg McNeece unpack the Plan of Salvation and why more and more aging adults are giving greater thought to life after death.
00:00 Introduction to the Exploring Aging Podcast
00:59 Meet the Hosts and New Studio
01:47 Unpacking Salvation and Reaching Older Adults
02:43 Special Guest: Blair Mulholland
03:31 Understanding the International Mission Board
06:42 Challenges in Evangelism Among Older Adults
28:57 The Importance of Reflective Listening
33:37 Statements on Sharing Christ with Senior Adults
34:31 Understanding Older Adults' Needs
35:45 Evangelism as a Process
36:28 Challenges in Reaching Older Adults
38:20 The Power of Love and Community
43:15 Relational vs. Confrontational Evangelism
43:50 The Importance of Listening and Empathy
46:09 Effective Evangelism Strategies
50:49 Discipleship for Older Adults
52:18 Sharing the Gospel: Practical Tips
01:03:09 Invitation to Connect and Learn More