Free ministry field guide

The 48-Hour Evangelism Follow-Up Guide

A practical, pressure-free plan for what to do after prayer, a gospel conversation, or a decision for Jesus.

The short answer: follow up within 24–48 hours. Mention the real conversation, ask one caring question, keep the promise you made, and agree on one clear next step.

The nobody-forgotten rhythm

Step 1 · Before you leave

Capture the person, not just the moment

Ask permission to save their name and preferred contact method. Write one useful human detail and agree on the next step.

Step 2 · Within 2 hours

Send the promised message

Use their name, mention the real conversation, and send only the resource, prayer, or detail you promised.

Step 3 · Within 24–48 hours

Check in with one real question

Ask how they have been, listen for what they need now, and offer one simple next step.

Step 4 · Within 7 days

Move from contact to relationship

Meet or call, read a small passage together, and help them connect with a healthy local church.

Step 5 · For the next 30 days

Build a repeatable rhythm

Pray by name, record each next step, celebrate progress, and keep showing up without pressure.

A message starter that works

“Hey [Name] — it was really good meeting you today. I meant what I said: I’ll keep praying about [request]. How are you feeling after our conversation?”

Use their name, mention the real moment, and ask one easy question. Keep it personal and shorter than your instinct tells you.

Care includes consent and privacy

Use Kingdom Base free to remember the name, keep the promise, and schedule the next step. Read the full message guide.