Living in Canada, we experience the fullness of all the seasons. I’ve lived in a tropical climate, and while the constant sunshine is nice, there is something special about the changing of the seasons. Yes, our Canadian winters are long, and the cold and darkness can feel bleak at times. But there’s nothing like that first hint of spring—when the days get longer, the air feels warmer, and life seems to be returning all around us. In fact, all of nature begins to “resurrect” before our eyes.
As the Song of Solomon recounts:
“For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land.” – Song of Solomon 2:11-12 (ESV)It’s no accident that Easter lands in the spring. As creation comes back to life, we celebrate the greatest resurrection of all—Christ rising from the dead!
After His resurrection, Jesus sent out His disciples as bold witnesses to proclaim the good news. In the same way, we can use Easter as a calendar marker for the start of Evangelism Season. With warmer weather, longer days, and more opportunities to engage with people, now is the time to step out and share the gospel.
Here are three reasons why spring and summer are Evangelism Season:
Our Energy is Back! Winter is a natural time of hibernation. We slow down and get cozy indoors. We might feel more tired due to less vitamin D and physical activity. But as the sun comes back, so does our God-given energy. This renewed energy is one of His many gracious gifts to us that we can use for His glory! Just as nature awakens, so can our passion for sharing Christ. If you have been feeling spiritually sluggish, ask the Lord to restore the joy of your salvation (Psalm 51:12) and give you a fresh motivation to share the gospel.
People Are Out and Open to Conversations
One of the biggest barriers to evangelism in colder months is that people simply aren’t outside as much. My wife and I joke that we don’t see our neighbours all winter. But when the weather warms up, parks, sidewalks, and the community fill with people. We hear music playing in the neighbourhood. This makes it an ideal time to engage in casual conversations that can lead to eternal impact. Whether you’re at a farmer’s market, walking the dog, or with your kids at the park, you have opportunities all around you to share Christ.
The Season is Temporary
We know all too well that summer in Canada doesn’t last forever. Just as quickly as it arrives, the leaves will start changing again, and before we know it, winter will return. The opportunities we have now won’t always be available. Some people we encounter this summer may not be here next year. This should stir our hearts with urgency to make the most of this evangelism season.
How Can You Get Involved?
Here are some ways you can be part of the harvest this season:
Join a GO Team. If you’ve never participated in a Gospel Outreach (GO) Team before, just come and observe. You might be surprised by how natural gospel conversations can be. If you are unable to physically go, you can still play a vital role by supporting the evangelists in your church. Ask if they need gospel tracts, Bibles, or other resources. Offer to pray for them before and after their outreach efforts. You can even ask for a list of names of people they spoke with so you can pray for them by name.
Start a One-on-One Bible Reading. Pray and ask the Lord to show you someone in your life who might be open to reading the Bible with you. Pick a Gospel (Mark is a great one to start with) and go through it together. As you read, natural conversations will arise, giving you plenty of opportunities to share the gospel.
Take our training. Not sure where to start? We’re here to help!
Be Encouraged, Saints!
God has placed you where you are for such a time as this (Esther 4:14)! Whether you are sharing the gospel with a stranger at the park, reading the Bible with a coworker, or encouraging evangelists in your church, you are part of God’s mission. Trust that He will equip you as you step out in faith. And remember, you are not alone in this! We are in this together as the body of Christ.
May the Lord bless you and give you boldness this season. Let’s go and make Christ known!
With joy in Him,
Daniel
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Daniel Bayssassew is a Missionary Evangelist with The Cross Current who has a unique passion and call for conversational evangelism. Daniel and his wife Sarah live in St. Catharines, Ontario with their four children.
People Are Out and Open to Conversations 
