A Contemporary Way to Spread the Good News

Christians have discovered a contemporary way to spread the Good News, by wearing the message through Christian t-shirt evangelism. Wearing their faith has become a fashion statement and a faith statement.

According to Webster’s Dictionary, evangelism is “a preaching of or zealous effort to spread the gospel.”

Christian clothing takes the boldness to a new level. The “zealous” preaching is printed, implied, or visually displayed on the shirts, hats, or other Christian apparel.

According to Family Christian Stores, Christian retail is a $4.3 billion industry. With the emergence of Christian clothing lines to suit styles from urban to designer, Christian consumers are being outfitted to match their convictions.

Some companies have chosen to mimic popular brands or slogans by tweaking them with a Christian theme.  There are Christian clothing retail stores online and in local malls.  Though there are no new ideas under the sun, according to the book of Ecclesiastes, new Christian t-shirts seem to attract a sure buzz on t-shirt forums and in church bookstores, how much more when you see one walking down the street.

With the fast pace of people’s lives and the entertainment industry vying for our attention, Christians are able to keep up by becoming a walking billboard for Christ. When was the last time you didn’t take that moment to read the bumper sticker on the car in front of you? Bold statements have moved up a notch, from the bumper of a car to the shirt on someone’s back. It’s advertising space when you really think about it.

And what better to advertise for than the King of Kings and the forgiveness of sins. Walking in the Spirit and living a life that reflects the nature and love of Christ is the true calling. Wearing Christian clothing as part of our desire to share Jesus, wow, what a treat!

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July 28, 2008 · Filed Under Christian Clothing

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