What does the Bible say about addressing unconverted sinners?

In addressing unconverted sinners, Scripture provides both example and mandate. Jesus often engaged the multitudes with calls to repentance, urging them to consider their spiritual state (e.g., John 6:27, Luke 13:24-27). The apostles followed suit, compelling individuals to repent and turn to God even before they exhibited signs of spiritual awakening (Acts 2:37-38, Acts 17:30). This biblical precedent shows that addressing the consciences of those who are unawakened is not only appropriate but necessary for the ministry of the Gospel, reinforcing the reality of spiritual urgency and the need for God's grace in repentance and faith.