Would You Mind if I Shared? | The Book of Mark | Pastor Miles McPherson

Main message: The sermon challenged listeners to boldly share their personal gospel story with others—beginning by asking permission with the simple phrase, "Would you mind if I shared?"—and to use their testimony together with the ABCs (Admit, Believe, Confess) to point people to Christ. Using the example of blind Barnameus, the pastor urged seeing people who are begging for help and offering the transforming power of Jesus.

Key points:

• Lead with permission: ask, "Would you mind if I shared?" before giving your testimony.
• Use the three-part testimony format the congregation has practiced: "I was... Jesus... since then..." (modelled by the pastor).
• Present the salvation Gospel simply with the ABCs: Admit sin, Believe Jesus died and rose, Confess Him as Savior.
• Remember Bartimaeus (Mark 10:46-52) as a model: people nearby are desperate for help and will often listen if invited in.
• Expect transformation as the proof of the Gospel (2 Corinthians 5:17); be prepared with simple, gracious responses and to pray with those who want to receive Christ.
• Practice sharing, don’t fear rejection, and follow up when people respond.

Scriptures mentioned: Mark 10:46-52, 2 Corinthians 5:17