In today’s church culture it seems like the extrovert mentality gets a lot of plugs. Introverts have a lot to contribute too. How do introverts and extroverts differ? An introvert recharges best when alone, while crowds and people energize an extrovert.  

I’m an introvert myself, and I can say from experience that introverts are often treated like something is defective about them. They’re told they need to socialize more, and they can be shamed for their private attitudes about life. The truth is, introverts can be introverts, and that’s okay. Christians can be introverts.

Some Christians have debated what personality type Jesus was while He walked the earth. Was He an extrovert or an introvert? Some insist He was an extrovert, while others point out His visits to places of isolation to show Him as an introvert. It’s probably fairly reasonable to conclude that Jesus Christ was the perfect balance of both, firmly down the middle.  

In my opinion, the most important part of being a Christian, a part of the Church, is to carry the message of Jesus Christ.  The most important directive for Christians is to go to all nations and make disciples. Is this command out of the reach of introverts? Of course not! So here is five ways introverts can engage the world with the Gospel:

1. Listening

One of the most powerful methods of evangelism is listening. All I do is ask people about God or their religious views. Then I listen. I encourage them to share more. I encourage thought and reflection. It’s a great way to get people thinking. I share about Jesus. I share my views. But I listen. Most people need someone to listen.  

2. Prayer

Prayer changes the world, and that’s a fact. Believe it. We are in need of prayer warriors who really believe. It’s a perfect mission for introverts.

3. Literature

Tracts are important and useful. Yes, many really are saved and guided to Christ through tracts. Even more than tracts though, are Bibles. I spend a lot of time distributing Bibles. I like to distribute versions like NIV, ESV, and NLT because they are easy to read. Remember to purchase some large print Bibles because the elderly may struggle with small print.  

4. Social Media

I love sharing my views on social media. It’s perfect for introverts, and even better for writers. Engage on Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms. Spread your wings on the Internet super highway. Pictures, Scriptures, videos and much more. Ain’t technology great?

5. Blogging

Fascinating phenomenon, the blogging world. Bloggers are like the philosophers who stood in the markets of the ancient world sharing their views. We can share Jesus in the blogging world. People love reading blogs. There are tons of Christian blogs out there, but more are always needed, especially to reach certain people groups that often go unreached.  Are you called to blog for Jesus?