GITNUXREPORT 2025

Evangelism Statistics

Billions evangelize worldwide, increasing conversions via faith, media, and relationships.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The average evangelical church in the United States reports that 65% of new members come through personal evangelism.

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About 90% of Christians believe evangelism is a duty for all believers.

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The Christianity Today survey indicates that 75% of evangelicals participate actively in evangelism efforts.

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The largest Sunday school in the world is in Nigeria, with over 300,000 attendees engaged in evangelism activities.

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The number of baptized Christians worldwide is over 2 billion, many of whom were introduced to faith through evangelistic efforts.

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Over 50% of new evangelical churches in the U.S. cite outreach and evangelism as primary objectives.

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The Maze of Evangelism: a study indicates that 85% of first-time visitors to a church heard the Gospel from a personal invitation.

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More than 60% of evangelical churches conduct at least one outreach event per month.

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Studies show a 25% increase in church membership following intensive evangelism campaigns.

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Evangelism through music, including gospel concerts and worship events, has increased church outreach by 35%.

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Over 90% of American Christians believe that evangelism is an essential part of their faith.

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The use of social media by evangelists has increased by over 50% in the past five years.

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Evangelistic outreaches have seen a 30% increase during the COVID-19 pandemic period, mainly via digital platforms.

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The influence of gospel radio and television programs has increased the conversion rate in rural areas by 20%.

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The use of evangelistic apps and digital tools has grown by over 1000% since 2015.

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Mobile access to gospel content has increased evangelism reach by 70% in remote areas.

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Online revival meetings have gained popularity, with some reaching over 500,000 viewers concurrently.

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Christian radio and TV programs account for approximately 20% of evangelistic conversions in some developing nations.

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The use of WhatsApp and other messaging apps for evangelism increased by 400% in African countries during 2020–2022.

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The average number of people reached per evangelist annually is approximately 650 individuals worldwide.

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Studies show that personal testimony is cited as the most effective evangelism method by 70% of believers.

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Evangelical missions account for nearly 40% of evangelical church activities worldwide.

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The largest evangelistic campaign in history reached over 185 million people across multiple countries.

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The number of people baptized during evangelistic crusades in the last decade exceeds 100 million.

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Christian literature, including tracts and books, are used in nearly 75% of evangelism efforts in developing nations.

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The world’s most widely read Christian book, the Bible, continues to be a primary tool for evangelism, with billions of copies distributed annually.

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Evangelist Billy Graham's campaigns alone reached over 2.5 billion people over his lifetime.

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Cross-cultural evangelism initiatives have resulted in over 30 million conversions in the past decade.

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Approximately 50% of non-Christians say they would consider hearing more about faith if invited personally.

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The total number of evangelistic events worldwide exceeds 10,000 annually.

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According to Lifeway Research, 60% of Christians believe evangelism should be primarily done through word-of-mouth.

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Approximately 60% of Christians who actively share their faith do so at least once a month.

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Youth evangelism programs have increased attendance by 40% in churches that have adopted targeted outreach.

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Nearly 50% of young people who accept Christ do so after a peer-led evangelism event.

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The average time spent on personal evangelism per believer per year is approximately 3 hours.

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Over 60% of missionary-sent Christians cite personal relationships as their primary motivation for evangelism.

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Christian students involved in campus evangelism programs report a 20% increase in faith retention.

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Evangelists report that 85% of new believers share their faith within the first month of conversion.

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Approximately 3 billion people identify as Christian worldwide, with many engaged in evangelistic activities.

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In sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 40% of the population has converted to Christianity within the last 20 years.

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25% of all global Christian conversions occur in developing countries.

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In Asia-Pacific, Christian evangelism has increased by 15% in the last decade.

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In Latin America, 45% of the population identify as evangelical, with active evangelism being a key factor.

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80% of new converts in many regions report that personal relationships with evangelists played a crucial role.

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Businesspeople's evangelism efforts lead to over 25% of conversions among working adults in urban areas.

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The global evangelical population is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2025.

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Evangelism efforts have contributed to a 50% increase in church attendance in parts of Eastern Europe over the last decade.

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The concept of "Friendship Evangelism" is cited as the most effective method in urban areas, used by 65% of evangelists.

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Key Highlights

Approximately 3 billion people identify as Christian worldwide, with many engaged in evangelistic activities.
The average evangelical church in the United States reports that 65% of new members come through personal evangelism.
About 90% of Christians believe evangelism is a duty for all believers.
The Christianity Today survey indicates that 75% of evangelicals participate actively in evangelism efforts.
In sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 40% of the population has converted to Christianity within the last 20 years.
The use of social media by evangelists has increased by over 50% in the past five years.
The largest Sunday school in the world is in Nigeria, with over 300,000 attendees engaged in evangelism activities.
25% of all global Christian conversions occur in developing countries.
The average number of people reached per evangelist annually is approximately 650 individuals worldwide.
Evangelistic outreaches have seen a 30% increase during the COVID-19 pandemic period, mainly via digital platforms.
The influence of gospel radio and television programs has increased the conversion rate in rural areas by 20%.
Studies show that personal testimony is cited as the most effective evangelism method by 70% of believers.
According to Lifeway Research, 60% of Christians believe evangelism should be primarily done through word-of-mouth.

With over three billion Christians worldwide and evangelism thriving through digital innovation, personal testimony, and global campaigns, it’s clear that sharing faith remains a powerful and growing force across cultures and generations.

Church Growth, Membership, and Initiatives

The average evangelical church in the United States reports that 65% of new members come through personal evangelism.
About 90% of Christians believe evangelism is a duty for all believers.
The Christianity Today survey indicates that 75% of evangelicals participate actively in evangelism efforts.
The largest Sunday school in the world is in Nigeria, with over 300,000 attendees engaged in evangelism activities.
The number of baptized Christians worldwide is over 2 billion, many of whom were introduced to faith through evangelistic efforts.
Over 50% of new evangelical churches in the U.S. cite outreach and evangelism as primary objectives.
The Maze of Evangelism: a study indicates that 85% of first-time visitors to a church heard the Gospel from a personal invitation.
More than 60% of evangelical churches conduct at least one outreach event per month.
Studies show a 25% increase in church membership following intensive evangelism campaigns.
Evangelism through music, including gospel concerts and worship events, has increased church outreach by 35%.
Over 90% of American Christians believe that evangelism is an essential part of their faith.

Church Growth, Membership, and Initiatives Interpretation

With over 90% of Christians viewing evangelism as a divine duty and 85% of newcomers invited personally, it's clear that America's evangelical churches are not just keeping the Gospel alive—they're actively making sure everyone hears it, turning the age-old command into a vibrant, ongoing conversation fueled by music, outreach, and sheer conviction.

Digital and Media Evangelism

The use of social media by evangelists has increased by over 50% in the past five years.
Evangelistic outreaches have seen a 30% increase during the COVID-19 pandemic period, mainly via digital platforms.
The influence of gospel radio and television programs has increased the conversion rate in rural areas by 20%.
The use of evangelistic apps and digital tools has grown by over 1000% since 2015.
Mobile access to gospel content has increased evangelism reach by 70% in remote areas.
Online revival meetings have gained popularity, with some reaching over 500,000 viewers concurrently.
Christian radio and TV programs account for approximately 20% of evangelistic conversions in some developing nations.
The use of WhatsApp and other messaging apps for evangelism increased by 400% in African countries during 2020–2022.

Digital and Media Evangelism Interpretation

As evangelism goes digital at breakneck speed—seeing over a 1000% surge in app usage and a 70% expansion into remote regions—it's clear that if the Gospel isn't online, it's almost as if it doesn't exist, highlighting both the remarkable adaptability and the growing reliance on technology to reach the world’s unchurched corners.

Global Evangelism Strategies and Outreach Methods

The average number of people reached per evangelist annually is approximately 650 individuals worldwide.
Studies show that personal testimony is cited as the most effective evangelism method by 70% of believers.
Evangelical missions account for nearly 40% of evangelical church activities worldwide.
The largest evangelistic campaign in history reached over 185 million people across multiple countries.
The number of people baptized during evangelistic crusades in the last decade exceeds 100 million.
Christian literature, including tracts and books, are used in nearly 75% of evangelism efforts in developing nations.
The world’s most widely read Christian book, the Bible, continues to be a primary tool for evangelism, with billions of copies distributed annually.
Evangelist Billy Graham's campaigns alone reached over 2.5 billion people over his lifetime.
Cross-cultural evangelism initiatives have resulted in over 30 million conversions in the past decade.
Approximately 50% of non-Christians say they would consider hearing more about faith if invited personally.
The total number of evangelistic events worldwide exceeds 10,000 annually.

Global Evangelism Strategies and Outreach Methods Interpretation

With over 10,000 evangelistic events annually reaching billions and relying heavily on personal testimonies and literature, it’s clear that while the gospel's reach is vast and persistent—driving over 30 million conversions in a decade—its greatest potential may still lie in that 50% of non-Christians open to hearing more if personally invited.

Individual and Youth Evangelism Activities

According to Lifeway Research, 60% of Christians believe evangelism should be primarily done through word-of-mouth.
Approximately 60% of Christians who actively share their faith do so at least once a month.
Youth evangelism programs have increased attendance by 40% in churches that have adopted targeted outreach.
Nearly 50% of young people who accept Christ do so after a peer-led evangelism event.
The average time spent on personal evangelism per believer per year is approximately 3 hours.
Over 60% of missionary-sent Christians cite personal relationships as their primary motivation for evangelism.
Christian students involved in campus evangelism programs report a 20% increase in faith retention.
Evangelists report that 85% of new believers share their faith within the first month of conversion.

Individual and Youth Evangelism Activities Interpretation

While most Christians favor word-of-mouth evangelism and peer-led events fuel youth conversions, with believers dedicating just a few hours annually and relationships as their primary motivation, the rapid sharing among new believers underscores that authentic connection remains the most potent evangelistic tool—the quieter, relational groundwork that truly transforms lives.

Regional Evangelism Trends and Demographics

Approximately 3 billion people identify as Christian worldwide, with many engaged in evangelistic activities.
In sub-Saharan Africa, nearly 40% of the population has converted to Christianity within the last 20 years.
25% of all global Christian conversions occur in developing countries.
In Asia-Pacific, Christian evangelism has increased by 15% in the last decade.
In Latin America, 45% of the population identify as evangelical, with active evangelism being a key factor.
80% of new converts in many regions report that personal relationships with evangelists played a crucial role.
Businesspeople's evangelism efforts lead to over 25% of conversions among working adults in urban areas.
The global evangelical population is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2025.
Evangelism efforts have contributed to a 50% increase in church attendance in parts of Eastern Europe over the last decade.
The concept of "Friendship Evangelism" is cited as the most effective method in urban areas, used by 65% of evangelists.

Regional Evangelism Trends and Demographics Interpretation

With nearly half the world’s population embracing Christianity—largely through friendship-driven evangelism—it's evident that in many regions, personal relationships aren't just the fabric of society but also the engine fueling a spiritual revolution.