Can the Gospel be communicated over Instant Messaging? Certainly! The method of the communication is not what’s important; the message is! If the instant message contains the words “Jesus is the Christ,” then it would seem to be the Gospel. However, Instant Messaging tends to be short, so it would be best used for quick followups.

How about following up with every new believer by sending them a daily text message of encouragement? That would no doubt be a tremendous help in those difficult days following a decision for Christ. Temptations ramp up. Old lifestyle choices tend to come back in full force. Consequences are encountered for past actions. An immature Christian is often times choked by the weeds in the Parable of the Sower. Perhaps some Instant Messages would come to the rescue of a brother or sister in peril. It could be as simple as an agreement to pray for them. It could be as complex as a Bible passage and interpretation. The possibilities are limitless.