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Evangelism
Dedicated Service
I urge you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice acceptable to God, which is your Spiritual Service of worship. And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what the will of God
is that which is good and acceptable and perfect. Roman 12:1-2
When you first started school (kindergarten) you were shown flash cards; weather it was vowels, words or sentences. Adding, subtracting and multiplication
Notice there was single learning card process and a building on learning processes.
This is what Evangelism is and the focus of this class is. Starting with a few recommendations;
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Flash card (on hand)
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Suggest to have read or to read
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Disciples are made not born
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Evangelism Explosion
The objective of this class is to; get you seated in your understanding and task of witnessing
through knowledge and role play.
We will examine some of the work of 02 and 03 as well as 05 and 06 of our Evangelism to see
where we are coming from and going to in evangelizing for the master. (God the Son)
We will have a five to ten minute rap session with opening and closing prayer. Opening teacher or
assistance, closing student.
May the good Lord bless you real good.
Teacher
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Evangelism 104
How to Interpret the Bible
There are four types of sentences in the bible:
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Declarative: statement of fact, truth or doctrine (teachings), conditional, promises, application,
exhortation or encouragement, quotation, illustration or example. I Corinthians 11:23 - For I
received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you; that the Lord Jesus on the same night
in which He was betrayed took bread;
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Imperative: straight - forward commands. Romans 12:1 -1 beseech you therefore, brethren, by
the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, Holy, acceptable to God,
which is your reasonable service.
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Interrogative: straight - forward questions. Romans 6:1 - What shall we say then? Shall we
continue in sin that grace may abound?
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Exclamatory: positive, negative, neutral. Matthew16:26 - For what profit is it to a man if he
gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?
Some ways to interpret the scriptures:
Word study (meaning of Greek word, Hebrew and or standard English)
Cross references (other area of scriptures with same meanings)
Chain (links) references (scripture journeys) showing you where a verse is going.
A. Observation - what you see
B.. Interpretation - what does it mea n
C.. Application - how does it apply
There are many applications but only one interpretation. Important - the application has to come from the
interpretation. Wrong interpretation, wrong application.
Read the paragraph to see what the context is about within the paragraph of that chapter.
Scripture to bare in mind:
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Church of the Bereans - Acts 17:10-11
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Search the scriptures: John 5:39
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Study to show yourself approved: II Timothy 2:15
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Speak that which you know: John 3:11
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Know the truth and it shall make you free: John 8:32
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Your Devotional Life
Spiritual growth depends on a strong and meaningful relationship with God. Your church life is not
enough. You will need to develop your own time for Bible study and prayer.
As life moves on, you will see how much you depend on the inspiration you glean from your own time of
meditation and prayer. As helpful and inspiring as worship services are, your spiritual needs and desires
will reach beyond the ministry of the church and into your own heart and life of devotion.
The following guidelines will help you in developing your devotional life.
Bible Reading
1. Develop a systematic method for reading the Bible. I like to select a passage from the
Historical Books (such as Genesis, 1 Kings), a passage from the Poetical Books (such as
Job, Psalms), a passage from the Prophets (such as Isaiah, Joel), a passage from the
Gospels, and one from the Epistles. This program of reading and study will allow for
flexibility, yet will quickly move you on through the Word. I personally have a small card
on which I record the last chapter I have read in each section. It is simple yet thorough
and balanced approach to Bible reading. Of course, any method of systematic Bible
reading that meets your needs is in order.
2. Learn to meditate on the Word. The Psalmist said: "I will meditate on Thy precepts, and
regard Thy ways. I shall delight in Thy statues; I shall not forget Thy word" (Psalm
119:15,16). Joshua long before was told: "This book of the law shall not depart from
your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night" (Joshua 1:8). As you meditate,
you will be asking yourself questions like these:
What is revealed here about the character of God?
What did God intend to say to the original readers of this passage?
What does God want to say to me from this part of His Word?
What will I now need to do in response to the Word I have received?
With whom should I share these insights into His Word?
It is through medication that the glorious truths of God are pointed and planted in our
hearts.
3. Use the Word. Paul spoke of "the word of faith which we are preaching" (Romans10:8). An expanded translation of the passage could read: "The word which produces
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faith which we preach." In other words, the Scriptures themselves produce faith in people's hearts.
There is creative power in the Word. Power to create the likeness of Christ within you. Power to build His
church. Power to draw all me to God. And power to live by - so life will be full and meaningful.
Prayer
How can you have a more effective prayer life? Let me offer a few suggestions.
1. Recognize its necessity. It has been said: "Nothing happens except by prayer!" And
it is true. The church does go forward on its knees. Its authority and power are
conditioned by the presence or absence of prayer.
2. Set a pattern for prayer. This suggests more than just ^a regular time and place for
prayer. It speaks to the agenda - the components - the functions of effective
prayer. The believer who seeks after God in prayer come in adoration
(Psalm 150:1,2), in confession (Psalm 66:18; I John 1:9), in thanksgiving (1 Thessalonians 5:18; Psalm
118:1), and in supplication (James 5:16; Galatians 6:2;
Ephesians 6:18).
The sweep of his prayer may include:
Those in leadership around the world;
The city in which God has placed us;
Our nation;
The church to which we are called;
Our immediate family;
The lost with whom we may come in contact;
New converts and need Christians;
Neighbors on our street;
Those who speak evil against;
Nations unreached with the gospel;
Brothers and sisters without religious freedom;
The enlarging of our vision and border of faith;
The nations of the world.
Why not use this list as a guide for intercession? You will quickly see the intercession knows no bounds. It
is global in its expression and pointed in its
penetration.
You will find joy in knowing you have a part in the destiny of nation through the
power of prayer. What higher vocation could there be than this?
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3. Support your church in prayer. You are a key to the successful ministry of your church - and your
greatest potential contribution will be in the area of prayer. So many people and circumstances
need prayer: the pastor and his staff, the officers and boards, the support staff, the teachers, the ushers,
the nursery workers-on and on it goes. This is the field into which you will plant the seed of faith through
Keep on growing! Growth is imperative. And growth involves change: a change in priorities: a change in
life goals: a change in qualities of character: a change m personality: a change in motivation.
Yes, your life in the church will produce change. But it will be positive You will
reflect more and more the radiance of His spotless character. As Paul said: We all,
with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into thesame image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit” (2 Corinthians 3:18)
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1. BRAINSTORM-Name the things you think the citizens of Antioch saw that made them decide the
disciples there should be called “Christians” (Acts 11:26). List here.
2. SMALL GROUPS-in groups of 4 or more, produce a list of 5 things the Bible teaches that the
world should see in order to identify a person or group as “Christian” (belonging to Christ).
1.
Scripture reference (if possible)
2.
Scripture reference (if possible)
3.
Scripture reference (if possible)
4.
Scripture reference (if possible)
5.
Scripture reference (if possible)
3. PERSONAL REFLECTION-Five things I do each week that help others identify me as a
“Christian” (Someone who belongs to Christ).
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2.
3.
4.
5.
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WHY STUDY THE BIBLE?
Yet even Bible study can become an end in itself, if you let it. One of the great problems believers have today is that often we know more about the Scriptures than we know about the God of
the Scriptures. But my Bible tells me: "Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into
the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him" (1 Corinthians 2:9.
KJV ).
God has prepared incredible things for you. The Scriptures are His appointed means for bringing them to you.
COSTS
But there are costs involved. The riches of God are free, but they are not cheap. Bible study places
several expectations on you. Let me mention three.
Effort
Scripture does not yield its fruit to the lazy. Like any other discipline of life, Bible study pays in proportion to how much of an investment you make. The greater the investment, the greater the reward.
Obviously it will take time, the issue that Linda, the homemaker, raised in chapter 1. But if your
Bible study is productive, if you are making exciting discoveries that you never knew existed, if the
process is making a real difference in your life—you will likely find time for it. Otherwise, you'll always find something else to do. I want this book to help you get started in a productive effort so
that time becomes a price you willingly pay in light of the benefits.
Openness to God
As I said earlier, the ultimate aim of Bible study is to know God. The question is, do you want to
know Him intimately? Is that what you're after? If so, He promises to honor your diligence in the
Word.
Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For
whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord. (Proverbs 8:34-35, NIV**)
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The Bible-66 Books
Old Testament-33 Books
5 Books of Law
Genesis
Exodus
Leviticus
Numbers
Deuteronomy
12 Books of
History
Joshua
Judges
Ruth
1 Samuel
2 Samuel
1 Kings
2 Kings
1 Chronicles
2 Chronicles
Ezra
Nehemiah
Esther
5 Books of Poetry 5 Major Prophets
Job
Isaiah
Psalm
Jeremiah
Proverbs
Lamentations
Ecclesiastes
Ezekiel
Song of Solomon
Daniel
12 Minor
Prophets
Hosea
Joel
Amos
Obadiah
Jonah
Micah
Nahum
Habakkuk
Zephaniah
Haggai
Zechariah
Malachi
New Testament-27 Books
Biography
(4 Books of Gospels)
Matthew
Mark
Luke
John
History
Acts
13 Pauline
Epistles
Romans
1 Corinthians
2 Corinthians
Galatians
Ephesians
Philippians
Colossians
1 Thessalonians
2 Thessalonians
1 Timothy
2 Timothy
Titus
Philemon
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8 General
Epistles
Hebrews
James
1 peter
2 Peter
1 John
2 John
3 John
Jude
Prophecy
Revelation
COURSE OUTLINE
BE-104 EVANGELISM PRACTICUM
Course Title:
Day & Time:
Instructor:
Evangelism BE-104
Monday 6:30p.m. - 8:30p.m.
Deacon, Kenneth Johnson
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Course is designed to develop a working basis for perfecting the art of witnessing.
Focus is upon skill building.
COURSE GOAL:
Course will prepare participants for the practical application of previously studied materials in evangelism.
TEXTBOOK:
I Hate Witnessing: Dick Innes
Suggested Reading:
Evangelism Explosion: Dr. James Kennedy
Listening: Norman Wakefield
Holy Bible: (KJV)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Successful completion of Evangelism classes BE-101, BE-103 is mandatory
2. Evangelism Lab (each student is expected to participate as a non speaking member on an actual
“Home Visitation” scheduled by our Evangelism Department.) Extra Credit
3. Periodic Quizzes 20% brain storming
4. Mid-Term Examination 20%
5. Weekly reading assignments with written reports 20%
6. Final Examination 20%
7. Role Play 20%
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
Each student will develop the following skills:
1. Clear communication - Getting people to understand you.
A. Getting ideas across to people
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B. Speaking the other person’s language
C. Getting people to listen to you
2. Getting People to open up
A. Probing for hidden meanings
B. Knowing which questions to ask and which to avoid
C. Obtaining information in ways that are productive and non-threatening
3. Building trust and credibility
A. Reduce personality conflicts that stop communication & cause conflicts
B. Identifying people’s needs
C. Preventing misunderstandings with improved listening skills
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATION OF STUDENT:
1. To be present and on time
2. Prepare and turn in all assignments on time!
3. Each student is expected to be diligent in their efforts to develop to their fullest potential
INSTRUCTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY TO STUDENT:
To be present and on time and prepared to share with the students all assigned material and help
the students to attain the goals and objectives as set forth for this class.
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Week
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Topics and Activities
Introduction to Evangelism BE-104
Role Play - Establishing a relationship of
John 4:1-54 in view of the gospel
presentation. Assignment: Read and
answer questions in Chapters 1 & 2.
Role Play - Establishing a relationship with
another person; Analysis of the gospel
presentation. Discussion of chapter 1 & 2.
Assignment: Read and answer questions in
Chapter 3 & 4.
Role Play - Implementing methods to
gather/obtain information from the other
person Handling Objections. Discussion of
Chapter 3 & 4. Assignments: Read and
answer questions in Chapter 5 & 6.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
6.
Role Play - Exploring the areas that may be
important to that person; Sharpening
communication skills. Discussion of
Chapter 5 & 6. Assignment: Read and
answer questions in Chapter 7 & 8.
7.
Role Play - Exploring the areas that may be
important to that person; Sharpening
communication skills.
Discussion of
Chapter 7 & 8.
Assignment: Read and answer questions
in Chapter 9.
8.
Discussion of Team Strategy; Sharpening
Communication Skills.
9.
Implementing and Utilizing interactional
skills; Sharpening Communication skills.
10.
Review Week 6-9
FINAL EXAMINATION
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EVANGELISM 104 - OVERVIEW
THE IMPORTANCE OF TRAINING (AS RESPECTS COMMUNICATING THE GOSPEL)
If evangelism is to be effective, there must be no substitute for training. The lack of preparation constitutes a hazard to any good movement.
Through training we learn that communication involves more than just the spoken, but unspoken
word and listening as well. The totality of a person must be in focus and utilized particularly when
we are aware of the variety of ways we are able to communicate. (eye, ear and spiritual contact)
To be an effective communicator, a speaker needs to be aware of complete message being presented. There is a need to have their head and heart both saying the same things. He or she needs
to know how to give them self, and not just present a spoken message.
Role-Play is an essential part of training. Through role play we are informing each other by watching
and listening in training, in order to analyze each other constructively, to modify behavior or change
our ways to improve upon the effectiveness of communicating our message. (Say what you see;
Christians should be personal about God’s task. Evaluation)
As we prepare ourselves we must get in tough with who we are by being:
A. AVAILABLE (Practice, Practice, Practice!)
101 = Practice 102 = Practice 103 = Practice
B. ACCOUNTABLE (Responsible for witnessing)
1. Getting off the guilt trip
2. Being a witness vs. doing witnessing
3. Communicating more than words
4. Daring to be honest
5. Being CHRIST like
C. ADAPTABLE (Throw away the mold)
1. Love people use programs
2. Taking one step at a time
3. Opening closed minds
4. Jesus the communicator - Mimic the Master
Finally we must understand and obey the command of Jesus as set forth in Matt 28:18-20, that we
present the gospel. To believer it is important that communicating it becomes a way of life and that
the Evangelism Movement be continued and perfected.
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BE-104
SYNOPSIS OF WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
WEEK ONE
 Introduction of instruction (s) and students
 Opening bulletin (BCBC procedures)
 Confirmation of registration or audit of class
 Explanation of COURSE OUTLINE and weekly activities
 Divide class into teams (for class assignments)
 Elect class officers
WEEK TWO
Establishing a relationship with other person/Role Play:
We have to learn to express ourselves and be assured that the listener comprehends our statements regarding salvation. Jesus as seen in John 4:1-42, provides us with a unique opportunity to
see the gospel plan of salvation put into practice. We must examine ourselves and understand what
our personal motivation is an accept the responsibility to improve our skills.
Role-Play week 2-10
Role-Play enables the student to practice, act-out, rehearse a situation that he/she can improve
upon. It’s a “Dress Rehearsal”. The stage is set for enactment of a given situation so that we
might Know our errors and mistakes. We help one another with prayerful “critique” not “ridicule”.
WEEK THREE
Earning the right to witness:
This involves how we present not only the gospel of Christ, but ourselves as individuals. The little
amenities such as, greeting, introductions, and salutations are very important. If we want a person
to listen or adhere to what we are saying we have to build a bridge of contact.
WEEK FOUR
Implementing methods to gather information/Handling objections:
If we are going to share our faith we have to expect opposition. Many of these objections come from
poor and improper presentations. To clarify and correct these misconceptions takes more than
knowing scriptures. We must learn to make the transition from one phase of the gospel presentation
to another and discern the needs of the client and handle opposition by gathering pertinent data,
build trust and listen objectively.
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WEEK FIVE
Mid-Term Examination: a comprehensive test on all information shared, thus far.
Role-Play: Optional
WEEK SIX THROUGH TEN
Continuation of sharpening communication skills/Role-Play & Group Discussion:
The student will understand that the effectiveness of our witnessing does not depend on learnedness but the power of the gospel. It is not our ability but our availability to be led by the Holy Spirit
(Acts 1:8). We cannot save anyone, only the Holy Spirit can convince and convict.
WEEK NINE
Role-Play
We must tell the story of salvation. Therefore, we must proceed with confidence, humility, diligence
and obedience to the word. We must also be on one accord.
Through Role-Play and Group Discussion we will explore those areas that are important to us. It is
necessary to examine how we feel about the gospel plan of salvation.
We will focus on transition to the gospel which should normally flow from one conversational topic to
another. Also listening to the response of the client as to the place to make the transition and where
he/she is spiritually. We will learn where to start and stop the presentation.
REVIEW FOR FINAL EXAMINATION
FINAL EXAMINATION
CLASS FELLOWHSIP
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LESSON PLAN:
Week 1
SUBJECT:
TOPIC :
TIME:
Evangelism BE-104
Introduction to Evangelism BE-104
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
In our introduction to Evangelism BE-104, we will discuss what evangelism is and we will review,
along with what you have learned in the prerequisites classes, Evangelism BE-104 through BE-103.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL AND AIDS:
1. Handouts
INTRODUCTION:
In Evangelism BE-101, you were introduced to the basic biblical principles of evangelism as set forth
in the scriptures. The class, hopefully, brought you to an appreciative level of discipleship to a point
of personal Christian commitment and developed a base for your continued learning experience.
In Evangelism BE-102, you were taught and you memorized the seed-plot scriptures. You began to
develop a model for presenting an effective and systematic approach in Christian witnessing.
In Evangelism BE-103, you put the Gospel Plan in conversational form. You developed skills in the
area of witnessing with particular emphasis on communication and became aware of administrative
procedures.
Now here in Evangelism BE-104, what you have learned about the Gospel Plan, the Seed-Plot
Scriptures and your Communication Skills is put into a working basis for perfecting the art of witnessing. We will focus on skill building in communication. We will learn to practically apply all the previously studied materials from Evangelism BE-101 through BE-103.
PRESENTATION:
1. Handout - Definition of Evangelism.
2. Discuss Handout and Introduction to Evangelism.
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INTRODUCTION TO EVANGELISM
WHAT IS EVANGELISM?
So what is evangelism anyway?
Some claim it means changing individuals so the world will believe. Others say it means changing
the world so individuals will believe. Definitions range all the way from the simple saving of souls to
more complex ideas about the salvaging of society.
How does the Bible define evangelism?
If you were to search your Bible for the word “evangelize”, you would find that it is not there. In fact,
the word did not appear in the English language until the seventeenth century.
Is it simply the “good news”?
The Greek word “euangelion” means “good message” or “good news”. In secular Greek
“euangelion” could have been any good news, i.e., your team had won the game, or your taxes have
been reduced, or your mother-in-law was not coming for a visit. But, when the word was borrowed
by the early Christians and brought into the New Testament, it was used of some specific good
news, that is, the good news of Christ.
Mark introduces his gospel with “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” The
term he uses is “euangelion”, so the verse literally means, “the beginning of the good news about
Jesus Christ.
(Define by definition)
Paul is more specific. First Corinthians 15 is the only passage in the New Testament that gives a
definition of the gospel. In verses 1 and 2, Paul says he is about to declare to them the gospel by
which they were saved. Then, in verses 3 thru 5, he defines that gospel. These verses say four
things about Christ: He died for our sins; He was buried; He arose; and He was seen.
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Why then did he add that Christ was buried and seen?
The answer is that His burial is proof of His death, and His appearances are proof of His resurrection. What ever else evangelism is, it had to do with the death, burial and resurrection of Christ.
OUR DEFINITION FOR EVANGELISM IS: Proclaiming the good new that Christ died and rose to
rescue the world from sin and death. (Taken from “Evangelism Witness” - Ralph W. Quere)
In the New Testament, Christians did not just present the truth about Christ; they presented truth
about Christ in order to secure a decision for Christ. The immediate purpose or intent in announcing the gospel is that people will trust Christ. Jas. 2:19 (as relating to God) the ultimate
goal in the New Testament is to instruct believers in the Word of God so that they may become mature. This maturity includes personal spiritual growth and service in the context of a local church.
(Eph. 4:11-16) Servicing with Word brings Spiritual Growth. (Eph. 5:26)
Evangelism consists of two elements; information and intent. Practically, this amounts to informing
people about Christ (especially His death for sin, His burial, and his resurrection) and inviting them
to trust Him. Information with invitation may be instruction; may be exhortation, but not evangelism.
This does not mean that every time there is information there must be an invitation. It may be that in
a given situation wisdom dictates that there be information with invitation. (But evangelism proper
is the communication of the gospel with a view to conversion. It is a matter, not merely of informing, but also inviting.) I Cor. 3:6 “Create an avenue of telling and leading to Christ. Sometimes one, two, or three parts.”
Against this backdrop Billy Graham has said,
I maintain that evangelism is much more than non-verbal witness. Humanist may heal, feed,
and help, but social presence is not Gospel
presentation. (The Gospel is an announcement of
the Good News. But
what is the Good News? It is the thrilling proclamation that God
and very man, died for my sins on the cross, was buried, and arose the third day.)
Gal. 4:4 Isa. 53:4-6
The son has made full atonement for my sins. If I reach forth by faith to receive Christ as my per20
sonal Savior, I am declared forgiven by God, not through any merit of mine but through the merit of
Christ’s shed blood…Biblically, evangelism can mean nothing else than proclaiming Jesus Christ by
presence, (Gal. 1:16) by word, and by trusting the Holy Spirit to use the Scriptures (II Cor. 4:5-7) to
persuade men to become His disciples and responsible members of His Church.
People see you, you do not see yourself. You sense you, but you do not see you. And you may be
the only book that they may ever read. May God bless you in your evangelistic endeavors
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 2
Evangelism BE-104
Role-Play
Establishing a Relationship with a person (s)
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
To show the student the interaction between the speaker and listener as a continuous, communication process that affects our being able to share the gospel effectively.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL AND AIDS:
1. Chalkboard
2. Demonstrations
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. Textbook: I Hate Witnessing - by Dick Innes
2. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INSTRUCTION:
When a speaker has a message he wants to communicate to a listener, he must translate his ideas
into language symbols of some kind: words, phrases, sentences. There is a transition, a communication (choir?) from sender to receiver, When the language symbols become audible to the listener,
he does not always “understand” the speaker. He must recognize, respond and attach a meaning to
the language symbols - sent to him.
What a listener hears usually arouses thought and feeling in him; he “responds” to the speakers’
message. Let’s explore communication break down, “interference”, distorted misunderstood messages as related to establishing a relationship (in witnessing) to a person(s).
PRESENTATION:
1. Discussion - personal motivation
2. Write important tips on the Chalkboard
3. Jesus’ example of establishing a relationship (Getting off Guilt trip & Being vs. Doing)
(A) John 4:1-41 and Mark 5:18-19
4. Assignment: Read Chapters 1 & 2
SUMMARY:
Good listening is imperative to the soul-winning process. To get in touch with a person, we have to
learn to express ourselves and be assured that the listener comprehends our statement. It is our
responsibility to improve upon these skills.
EVALUATION:
The class will participate in the discussion of witnessing techniques used by Jesus.
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 3
Evangelism BE-104
Role-Play
Role-Play (establishing a Relationship with
another person)
Analysis of the gospel presentation
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
To review and build upon those essentials needed to build and gain rapport with the client.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL AND AIDS:
1. Chalkboard
2. Handouts
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. Textbook: I Hate Witnessing - by Dick Innes
2. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INSTRUCTION:
In order t witness to a person, we have to “earn” the right to do so. This involves how we present
not only the gospel of Christ, but ourselves as individuals. The little amenities such as, greeting, introductions, and salutations are very important. If we want a person to listen or adhere to what we’re
saying, we have to build a bridge of contact. (Think about the kind of person you are talking to!)
PRESENTATION:
1. Pass out - Introduction to Role-Play/Human Interactions
2. Discuss importance of building a bridge (communication/listening)
3. Demonstrate presenting the Gospel (Introduction of prospect/client)
4. Evaluate role-play (critique)
5. Class assignment: Read Chapter Three and Four - I Hate Witnessing
SUMMARY:
Follow-through Evangelism enables you to gain the confidence of the one, you’re witnessing to. An
appointment has been set and you already know some data about the person (his name, etc.). They
know that you‘re not from another section or group and it helps ease the listener.
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 4
Evangelism BE-104
Role-Play
Implementing methods to gather information;
Handling Objectives
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
To show the student how to make the transition from one phase of the gospel presentation to another and discern the needs of the client and handle oppositions.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Chalkboard
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. The Hold Bible (KJV)
2. Scripture References:
A. Romans 1:16
C. I Corinthians 2:2
B. I Corinthians 1:18
D. Psalms 14:1
3. Textbook: “I Hate Witnessing” - by Dick Innes
INSTRUCTION:
If we’re going to share our faith we have to expect opposition. This is one reason that it’s necessary
to be able to manage the Gospel Plan. Many of these objections come from poor and improper
presentations. To clarify and correct these misconceptions takes more than knowing scriptures. We
have to know how to gather the pertinent data, build trust and listen objectively.
PRESENTATION:
1. Share “Ways of Effectively Handling Objections”
2. Discuss: Two questions used in the Gospel Presentations
3. Role-Play using transition from the Introduction to two questions
A. Handling/Discuss
4. Critique/Discuss
5. Discuss Mid-Term and what to study
6. Assignment: Read and Answer questions in Chapters 5 & 6
SUMMARY:
Strategies for implementing the Gospel are necessary when dealing with various situations. The
Gospel needs no defending but if need to know how to fulfill our task of sharing it. The scriptures
from the Plan - (GOSPEL) gives us the foundation that we need to share this GOOD NEWS.
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 5
Evangelism BE-104
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
(Role-Play Optional)
One Session
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 6
Evangelism BE-104
Role Play
Exploring the area that may be of importance to
that person; Sharpening Communication skills.
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
The student will understand that the effectiveness of our witnessing does not depend on cleverness
but the power of the Gospel.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Chalkboard
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. Textbook: “I Hate Witnessing” - by Dick Innes
2. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INTRODUCTION:
(Rom. 1:16 and John 16:7-11)
The word of God reaches men where they are. The Holy Spirit give us the power to witness. The
Holy Spirit convinces and convicts. We must proceed with confidence, humility, and obedience to
the word. We cannot save anyone, only the Holy Spirit can. (I Cor. 3:5-9) However, we must tell the
story of his salvation. Self-assertiveness (II Cor. 5:5-7) is not conducive to a good reception nor presenting ourselves, first or solely. Transition to the Gospel should normally flow from one conversation topic to another. Listen to the response of the client, as to the place to make the transition and
where he/she is spiritually. This will help you to know where to “begin” your presentation.
PRESENTATION:
1. Discuss Mid-Term (Exam Results)
2. Present lesson
3. Role-Play (Give situation, setting using points discussed)
4. Review Gospel Presentation
5. Assignment: Read Chapters 7 & 8
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 7
Evangelism BE-104
Role Play
Exploring the area that may be of importance to
that person; Sharpening Communication skills.
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
The student will learn when we present the Gospel, we must depend on the Holy Spirit to lead the
person to Christ. That we must only use the Word of God.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Tape Player
2. Cassette - The Principles of Leading Someone to Christ
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. Textbook: “I Hate Witnessing” - by Dick Innes
2. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INTRODUCTION:
We have learned the Holy Spirit gives us the power to witness and the Holy Spirit is the convicter.
Now we will deal with the principles and ways of leading a soul to Christ.
We will learn that leading a soul to Christ is done only by the word of God. Acts 8. We will lean
when to start and when to stop.
PRESENTATION:
1. Listen to “The Principles of Leading Someone to Christ”
2. Summarize
3. Assignment: Read and Answer Chapter 9
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 8
Evangelism BE-104
Role Play
Discussion of team strategy; Sharpening
communication skills
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
Student will understand the importance of team presentation before entering the person’s home.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Chalkboard
2. Handout
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INTRODUCTION:
Presenting the Gospel is our most important task when we are visiting a home. It is very essential
for the team to be on one accord before the visit. Therefore, through prayer, we ask and allow the
Holy Spirit to guide and direct. Remember, the Holy Spirit is the convicter and we are the instruments.
PRESENTATION:
1. Review Do’s and Don’ts of Evangelism
2. Role-Play
3. Critique
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 9
Evangelism BE-104
Role Play
Implementing and utilizing inter-actionable
Sharpening Communication skills.
One Session
skills.
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
The student should be able to identify where to make the transition, within the Gospel Plan from their
on-the-job experience.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Handouts
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INTRODUCTION:
It is necessary for us to know where to make appropriate transitions within the Gospel Plan. This will
effectively assure us of meeting a person where they are. We must have good listening and communication skills.
PRESENTATION:
1. Individual review of lab Role-Play
A.
Discuss where you thought the person was for you to begin the
Gospel presentation.
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
UNIT TOPIC:
TOPIC:
TIME:
Week 10
Evangelism BE-104
Role Play
Review
One Session
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVE:
The student should be able to perform the art of witnessing
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Lessons 6-9
2. Handouts: Weeks 6-9
TEXT AND REFERENCES:
1. Textbook: “I Hate Witnessing” - by Dick Innes
2. The Holy Bible (KJV)
INTRODUCTION:
During this quarter we have learned some practical applications of Evangelism principles.
PRESENTATION:
1. Review weeks 6-9
2. Discuss Final Examination
3. Continue review of Role-Play (Optional)
EVALUATION:
Class participation
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LESSON PLAN:
SUBJECT:
TIME:
Week 11
FINAL EXAMINATION
One Session
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THE GOSPEL PRESENTATION WITH TRANSITIONS
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Their secular life
B. Their church background
C. Our Church
D. Testimony (personal or church)
“May I ask you a questions?”
1. “Have you come to a place in your spiritual life where you can say
for certain that if you were to die today you would go to heaven?”
(I John 5:13, KJV) - “These thing have I written unto you…that you may know that
you have eternal life.”
2. “Suppose you were to die today and stand before God and he were to say to you,
why should I let you into My heaven?” “What would you say?
TRANSITION: “That’s interesting. Many people feel the same way you do about the qualifications for heaven. May I share with you what I have learned from the Bible about eternal
life?”
II. THE GOSPEL
A. GRACE
1. Heaven is a free gift
2. It is not earned or deserved
TRANSITION: “This can be seen more clearly when we understand what the Bible says
about man.”
B. MAN
1. Man is a sinner - “In your opinion, what is sin?
2. Man cannot save himself.
TRANSITION: “The problem of man trying to save himself comes into sharper focus when
we look at what the Bible says about God.”
C. GOD
1. God is loving and merciful, therefore doesn’t want to punish us.
2. God is just, therefore must punish sin.
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THE GOSPEL PRESENTATION WITH TRANSITIONS
TRANSITION: “God solved this problem in the most amazing way by sending Jesus Christ
into the world.”
D. JESUS CHRIST - “In your opinion, who is Jesus Christ?”
1. Who He is--the infinite God-Man.
2. What he did--(use as transition)
TRANSITION: “By His death and physical resurrection, He paid for our sins and purchased
a place I heaven for us. He offers us his gift which may be received by faith.”
III. THE COMMITMENT
A. The qualifying question:
“Does this make sense to you?”
B. The clarification of commitment.
C. The commitment question:
“Would you like to receive this gift of eternal life?”
D. The prayer of commitment.
E. The assurance of salvation.
IV. CLOSURE
A. Leave appropriate literature
B. Next appointment
C. Closing prayer
V. IMMEDIATE FOLLOW-UP
1. Return to Evangelism Office and complete necessary forms.
2. Report any important information, directly to the Evangelism
Coordinator.
3. Stay in constant prayer for the Evangelism Movement, throughout the
land!!!…
***(Making the change from one from, state or activity, to another)***
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PERSONAL TESTIMONY OUTLINE
Many times we have opportunities to share and don’t even know it. A well organized testimony will help you take advantage of them. Try writing out a 5 minute testimony following
the suggested outline below.
“BEFORE I KNOW CHRIST, I LOVED AND THOUGH THIS WAY.”
In this first part of your testimony, the most important thing to share is your background spiritually; what you thought of God, religion, the Bible, etc…You may want to mention other
things that characterized your life, such as; loneliness, depression, etc., and how these
things affected your outlook on life.
“HOW I RECEIVED CHRIST”
At this point you will want to share the plan of salvation and what you actually did to become
a Christian. It will be important to emphasize how you previously had a misconception about
what a Christian was. You may even want to use a good tract and say something like, “Let
me share with you some principles that helped me to come to know Christ.”
“AFTER I RECEIVED CHRIST, THESE CHANGES TOOK PLACE.”
The most important thing to share is how your thoughts on God, religion, and the Bible, etc.
have changed. Then you want to show how this has had an effect on the rest of your life.
(i.e., your marriage, family life, your temper, your new ability to love others, your new respect
for authority, etc.,).
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I HATE WITNESSING
COMMUNICATION
1. One can do all the right things, outwardly have an extensive knowledge of the scriptures,
and have a vital grasp of church doctrine, but fall badly in relations relating to and loving
people.
2. True Christianity and genuine spirituality cannot be divorced from intimate, human relationships. It is only as people work on relationships that hey can grow in love towards
one another and God. God’s word makes it plain that love for him reaches perfection
only as people love one another (I John 4:11-21).
Being vs. Doing
1. More than anything else, communicating Christianity is a way of life. Primarily, it is “who I
am” much more than what I do or say. The key is to be a witness, not merely doing a witnessing program.
2. Jesus did not say to His disciples, “…after the Holy Ghost is given to you, you will go out
and do witnessing…” He said, “After you receive the Holy Ghost, you will be witnesses
unto me”. (Acts 1:8)
3. What you do is important. There is no question about that, but what you are is considerably more important and is by far the most influential. It is like the old adage that says,
“What you are speaks so loud I cannot hear what you say.”
4. It is not God’s will to make us good. It is His will to make us mature, for only God is good
(Luke 18:19). Any goodness or positive actions will be an expression of our maturity.
(Therefore, we are not mature because we do good deeds; we do good deeds because
we are mature.) So God’s highest will for our life is not what we do but that we grow to
our total God-given human and spiritual potential and become mature in Christ (Col.
1:28). What we do is important, but it isn’t God’s total will for us, it is who we become that
is most important to God. It is who we are that give our witness for Christ impact or lack
thereof. In short, all of this sums up to credibility. (Romans 8:29) (I John 2:6) (John
4:34)
5. If people like us, they are more likely to give us a hearing, if they don’t like us; we barely
stand a chance to be heard. If we like someone, we will more likely listen to him, if we
don’t like him, we will, most likely not listen to him; and if we dislike someone strongly, no
matter what he says, we will probably be opposed to his views.
6. To paint too rosy a picture of the Christian life, which has so often been done, is to disillusion people. If a person is brought to Christ with the promise or idea that he will not have
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any more problems, won’t get depresses anymore and will begin on an exciting adventure. What happens when he gets depressed, his wife leaves him, and he loses his job?
Where’s the exciting adventure now? We are Christians, and often times our lives are in
the pits. So don’t paint rosy pictures giving people false hopes. (Psalms 34:19) (John
16:33) (Philippians 1:2)
7. When communicating through witnessing, identify with the client where appropriate, letting them know that you are in the struggle of life too, let them see you are a real person
with human weaknesses and that your struggle is to become the person God wants you
to be. Knowledge alone doesn’t change lives, growth does, and people only grow if we
are open and honest and grow together.
8. Keeping the message of the apostle Paul in front of us; He said, “When I am with the
Jews I seem as one of them so that they will listen to the Gospel and I can win them to
Christ. When I am with Gentiles who follow Jewish customs and ceremonies I don’t argue, even though I don’t agree, because I want to help them. When with the heathen, I
agree with them as much as I can, except of course that I must always do what is right as
a Christian. So by agreeing, I can win their confidence and help them too (I Cor. 9:20-22)
All of these examples are given just to let you know that we must meet people “where they
are” before we can witness to them.
More Than Words
1. Communication is much more than words. It involves the entire personality. To be an effective communicator, a speaker needs to be aware of the complete message he is presenting. He needs to have his head and his heart both saying the same thing. Being
open is often difficult, especially for men in our culture where when acknowledging feelings tens to be considered feminine. One of the major causes for all unresolved conflicts,
especially in marriage and all close relationships is poor communication. We simply have
not learned to share at the feeling level.
2. A person simultaneously communicates by his gestures, facial expression, body posture,
and movement, tone of voice, and even by the way, he is dressed. In fact, everything
about his inner person and personality communicates a message.
3. 7% of the total message comes from the thinking part of the mind, but the nonverbal communication totals 93% of the total message which comes from the heart. It is what we
feel. Communication gets fouled up when what we are saying is not in harmony with
what we are feeling. This occurs when we say “yes” but feel like saying “no”, or say we
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want to do something when in reality we don’t, or smile sweetly when we are feeling angry, or tell someone we are pleased to see them when we aren’t.
4. Authentic communicating involves sharing at the feeling level. This doesn’t mean that we
need to express what we feel in every situation, but it does mean that we need to be in
touch with our feelings and make certain that our words are not out of harmony with our
feelings.
Dare to Be Honest
1. Isn’t it true that we feel we have the idea that as Christians we are supposed to be all
nice and flowery if we are going to be good witnessed? Perhaps more than anything
else, people want us to be real humans because if we come over as being holier than
thou or have our heads in the biblical clouds, we simply turn people off. To be effective
communicators of Christ’s message we need to be ordinary human beings who are realistic about ourselves and about life and above all honest.
2. There are many reasons Christians have trouble being real. They are all basically motivated by fear. Fear of public pressure, fear of being known, fear of rejection, fear of God,
fear of parents and so on.
3. Psychologists disagree about almost everything but one thing which all of them seem to
agree upon is that there is no such thing as a person who never gets angry, there are
only those who suppress anger. Sending anger underground can produce a thousand
psychosomatic problems, such as ulcers, migraines, hypertension and other serious illnesses and serious relational difficulties.
4. How to be honest is a question we all should ask ourselves. The problem is how to learn
to be honest. There are some principles to follow and actions to take in this earning process.
(A) Admit Your Sinfulness: Personal honesty begins when one is honest enough to
admit that he has a few problems or areas for personal growth he needs to work on (1 John
1:8).
(B) Confess Your Weakness: One then needs to seek out a trusted
whom he can share his whole self without any fear of judgment.
friend with
One can begin practicing openness with his friends by confessing the things he does
know are wrong in his life and them by asking God to give him the courage to face and confess his hidden sins, faults, false motives, and buried feelings.
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DARE TO BE HONEST
To be effective communicators of Christ’s message we need to be ordinary human beings. Who are realistic about ourselves and about life, and above all, honest and authentic people. (Romans 7:18 in my flesh) (Romans 7:24-25 two laws)
Christianity is for Sinners, not Saints! (I Tim. 1:15, Christ died for sinners too)
Saints - We were sinners saved by grace. (Ephesians 2:8-9)
This doesn’t mean we blatantly sin or that we are not to strive to live upright lives!
(Romans 6:1-2) (Psalms 19:13)
We are to strive for maturity which will produce mature actions and not merely act out
superficial and unreal types of religious experiences! (Romans 6:11-13, 8:1-4)
All too often, our Christian witness and message is blatantly unrealistic and far simplistic.
We pretend to be what we’re not. We paint such a rosy picture of the Christian life
that it becomes unreal!
I Corinthians 10:13, Psalms 34:19, John 16:33, Phillip 1:29, II Timothy 3:12, I Peter
4:1-2, Romans 8:18-23, II Corinthians 4:17.
WHAT MAKES PEOPLE UNREAL
A. Fear of public pressure: It can be very difficult to be real, honest, and stand
truth.
B. Fear of Being known: A fear of knowing ourselves and being known by
others! (I might not like myself or you might not like me, if you knew the real
Me!)
C. Fear of Rejection: If we become known as we really are. Some people repress
Their selves and their negative feeling inwardly!
d. Fear of God: (Gen. 3:9-10) That what sin and negative feelings tend to do to
all of us.
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Most people don’t want to face inner feelings until they are hurting
want to change.
sufficiently
and
(C) Look At Your Symptoms: While the eyes are supposed to be the
windows to
the soul, symptoms are even more so. They are often the
clues to inner needs. An impaired relationship, a dull marriage, stress, anxiety,
depression, or a physical symptom
is often caused by an unresolved inner
problem (Psalms 38:3, 6, 7).
(D) Ephesians 4:26 - Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry. Peter said,
“Get rid of your feelings of hatred, don’t just pretend to be
good” (1 Peter 2:1). Grudges.
Hatred, resentment, and all forms of anger, guilt and
other repressed, negative emotions
poison personal relationships and
physical health.
(E) Ask God to Help You: If you have any symptoms at all, you can
ask God to
help you trace your symptoms to the inner causes. It helps to ask God for courage and
insight to do so. If you are too afraid or unable to face your inner feeling, you can tell God
that you are willing to be made willing.
Be As Christ
To be a follower of Christ is to know of his attributes. We can be Christ-like to others in the
following ways:
1. Be An Encourager: Reach out and touch someone not only physically but also emotionally. (Ephesians 4:1) (I Thessalonians 5:14)
2. Be Nonjudgmental: Learn how to be supportive without passing judgment. (John 8:11)
(Romans 3:23) (Isaiah 53:6)
3. Be Trustworthy: It is sad when a friend trusts us with his inner most sins, struggles, or
feelings and we betray him by telling somebody else. Sometimes we do this knowingly,
we say something like, “so-and-so” needs our prayers. He is involves in “such and such”,
and piously we say, will you pray for him. This is wrong and is a form of betrayal.
4. Giving Advice: Be careful in the area of giving advice. If people took advice the world
would be much better off. The trust of the matter is that people just want others to listen
to what they have decided to do. You can be a sounding board. A part of maturity is
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when trust God. God will lead us to work out our decisions for ourselves. (Proverbs 3:56)
5. Be A Caring Person: Weep with those who weep. Jesus wept at the death of his friend
Lazarus. Visit the suffering. (James 1:27) Don’t leave people or withdraw from them
while they are suffering. (Romans 12:15) (Matthew 25:34-40)
6. Be Sensitive To People: Don’t give people a lecture or sermon when they need to feel
love and comfort. Nobody ever receives too much love, and many are suffering from
emotional deprivation through a lack of love. To survive, people need love and attention,
someone to talk to, a shoulder to cry on, and they need touching and hugging.
7. Be Accepting: God hates sin because it destroys that which He loves, us. But He always loves the sinner. God never condones sin, but he never condemns the sinner who
acknowledges his sin and puts his trust in Christ to save him from his sin. (Romans 8:1)
8. Give Others Your Presence: Simple presence is the most fundamental form of nonverbal recognition and communication between persons. It is the elemental language of
relationships. Presence is the essence of caring and love. Presence is giving another
person your full attention. It may not involve saying or doing very much. It is an awareness that the other person is with you. You sense and feel his presence, it is the opposite
of withdrawal. In all close relationships, and especially in marriage, the most common
violence is bitter silence. To ignore another’s presence, or to refuse to acknowledge his
or her worth and significance, can be an invitation to die. Giving another person your
presence is powerful way to communicate Christ.
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BE-103 On-The-Job Training
The Importance of Communication When Witnessing to Others
As important as sharing the plan of salvation is at the appropriate time, and knowing how to
lead a person to Christ, communicating the gospel is a much broader concept. Communicating the gospel should be a way of life for the believer in Christ. It is who we are much more
than what we do or say. Then what we say and how we say it, is vital to the receiver accepting our message.
Communication is more than selling a product or closing a deal. It is a skill, an art, a job
well done and prepared for. To speak effectively about anything takes knowledge, preparation and presentation.
Words are important, but they are only a small part of the message we are communicating in
all of our personal relationships and contacts.
When it comes to presenting the gospel, we can know all the right words, all the proper
Scripture verses, have a clear plan of salvation, and say all the right things at the right time,
but still present a garbled or conflicting message and leave the listener confused.
Communication is much more than words. It involves the entire personality. To be an effective communicator, the speaker needs to be aware of the complete message he is presenting. He needs to have his head and his heart both saying the same things. He also
needs to know how to give himself and not just present a spoken message.
We communicate in a variety of ways in addition to using words. In fact, everything about
us sends a message. Not only does the face communicate but also the entire body and actions of a person.
Identical behavior and identical gestures can, of course, say different things at different times
under different circumstances and in different places.
In communication, how a person feels is always communicated, if not in words, then
through his tone of voice or any of a hundred nonverbal cues.
Words are important but they are only a small part of the total message being communicated. According to author Albert Mehrabian, they represent only a very small part--only 7%
of the total message. Of the remaining 93%, 38% is in the tone of voice and 55% is in the
nonverbal body language of facial expression, gestures, eye contact, posture, dress, touching, physical closeness or distance, and various actions.
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The words spoken are what the speaker is thinking. They represent only 7% of the total
message. The tone of voice and the nonverbal communication is an expression of what he
is feeling. This represents 93% of the message and, therefore, has much greater impact on
the listener than the speaker’s words. How the speaker feels simply cannot be hidden.
The effective Christian communicator is one who not only understands God and His word,
but also understands people and knows the needs of his audience. He makes the effort to
know his audience primarily because he loves people and has their well being in mind.
Salvation involves communication. God communicates good news to man. The Gospel is a
set of carefully selected words about the sins of man, the death of Christ and the resurrection of Christ. (I Corinthians 15:1-8) People need to hear these words (Romans 10:17), and
communicate their accepting response to God (I Corinthians 10:32). This response is described with such terms as confess, call, believe, obey and receive. As the heart of salvation
is communication, for the Gospel is a revelation from God which demands a response from
man. (Romans 1:16) (Romans 10:9) (Romans 11-13) (Romans 16:25-26) (John 1:12) (John
3:16) (Colossians 2:6)
Salvation insures communication. When a man responds positively to the good news, he is
given what he needs--a relationship with God. Because of his new position in Christ--he is
completely and continually accepted by God--he is at peace with God. This insures the reality of communication with God. As a member of the family, he can communicate with the
heavenly Father. He can talk with God anytime, anywhere, under any circumstances, and
he can say anything. Nothing the believer can say will sever his relationship with God.
Salvation is a deep, personal, permanent relationship between the individual and God. It
comes into being as a result of the process of communication. It insures a circuit that is always open between us and God. In salvation, the lines of communication are opened between God and man. We are put on speaking terms with God. In the process of sanctification, the lines of communication are operating between God and man. In simplistic terms,
communication is speaking and listening. Sanctification involves these same two components. In the process of growth, or sanctification, we must listen to what God has to say to
us. When there is real genuine communication to and from God, there will be real, biblical
sanctification.
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God reveals saving truth to man. Man hears it, understands it, and responds to it with a personal “I believe”.
God reveals saving Truth to man,
We should listen to God as
Man hears it, understands it, and
He speaks to us to His, Word.
Responds to it with a personal
We are to talk to Him in
“I believe”.
in prayer.
For further reading see: Dick Innes, “I Hate Witnessing”
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DEFINITIONS OF COMMUNICATIONS
Communication is:
1. The “fine art” of expressing our thoughts and desires in a way that is understandable to
another person.
2. Transmittal of information.
3. A giving of or exchange of information (example: radio, telephone, written announcements, letters, newspapers, computers, TV and many other ways to communicate to the
media).
4. A processing involves interaction between two or more people.
Communicating without words is a
NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION
You need the
SOURCE (sender)
----
MESSAGE
----
RECEIVER
All three are equally important to have a successful and effective communication cycle.
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LISTENING SKILLS
Listening means to give attention for the purpose of hearing.
If the listener does not hear and understand what is spoken,
there is no communication.
There are two types of listening: Passive and Active.
PASSIVE - When we listen passively, we absorb just enough of the speaker’s words to keep
the conversation going or we are prejudiced and hear what we want to hear.
ACTIVE - Active listening means concentrating on what is being said, absorbing as much as
possible, and participating mentally in what is heard.
WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR LISTENING SKILLS
1. Sit or stand where the conditions for hearing will be the best for you. If your mind wanders easily, try to find a place where you will not have the visual or auditory distractions.
2. Look at the speaker while they are talking.
3. Develop the proper attitude toward listening. Listening is strictly a voluntary activity; no
one can make a person listen.
4. Do not interrupt a speaker before they finish a thought.
5. If something is said by the speaker that is not clear, ask them to repeat or to explain the
point again.
6. When people talk to you, always concentrate on what the speaker is saying instead of
taking brain naps and mental excursions.
The effective listener must develop certain habits that will contribute to the development of
his listening skill. These habits include:
1. Ability to concentrate - do not tune out the speaker.
2. Alertness in grasping ideas - you cannot remember everything the speaker is saying, so
just get the main points.
3. Ability to coordinate ideas - coordinating ideas that contribute to the main thought.
4. Ability to take notes when necessary - putting on paper, in your own words, the essential
ideas of the speaker.
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EFFECTIVE LISTENING TECHNIQUES
To make ourselves in understanding a person’s problems or concerns we may want to think
about “how we can hear then better”. These are some methods that have been previously
tried to help you gain knowledge of listening, as well as establishing rapport.
1. Stay present - Don’t let your mind wander. Many are composing a response before the
speaker has a chance to completely finish their thought.
2. Make eye contact - Let the speaker see your interest by regularly making eye contact.
3. Ask questions for clarification - This is not your time to response. Get really clear
about what is being said. If you don’t understand, ask questions in an open ended manner.
4. Acknowledge feelings - If the speaker is telling you something about their, acknowledge
them. You don’t have to agree to show that you see the speaker is upset or happy about
something.
5. Restate or paraphrase - Make sure you are getting the information the speaker is presenting by periodically repeating what you heard in your words.
6. Give nonverbal feedback - While the speaker is speaking, be sure to smile, nod, or
make appropriate gestures.
7. Silence - Don’t be afraid of this. Periods of total quiet will sometimes allow you and the
speaker to think about what was said.
8. At times it may be helpful to make comments.
9. Take in all the information both verbal and nonverbal - Focus on the meaning of what
is being said and also what is not being said.
10.Get permission - Sometimes people just want to be heard. At other times they are seeking advise. Give advise only when requested.
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(Practice this with a few of your friends)
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PRESENTATION OF THE GOSPEL
I.
II.
III.
INTRODUCTION
CONVERSATION
PRESENTATION
GOSPEL
Romans 1:16
I Corinthians 1:18
I Corinthians 2:2
GRACE
A.
HEAVEN IS A FREE GIFT
B.
a. Ephesians 2:8-9
b. Acts 15:11
a. Titus 3:5
(Explains not by works of righteousness)
MAN
A.
IS A SINNER
B.
a. Romans 3:23
b. Romans 5:12
c. Romans 3:10
GOD
A.
IS MERCIFUL
IT IS NOT EARNED OR DESERVED
CANNOT SAVE HIMSELF
a.
b.
c.
d.
B.
a. Psalms 51:1
b. Romans 5:6-8
c. John 3:16
CHRIST
A. GOD’S SON
I John 1:8 (born in sin)
Romans 10:3
Proverbs 14:12
Psalms 14:1-3
IS JUST
a.
b.
c.
d.
Exodus 34:7
Psalms 89:32
Galatians 2:16 (through faith in Christ)
Psalms 103:8
B.
a. Matthew 16:16
b. John 1:14
c. Galatians 4:4 (born of a woman)
FAITH
a.
b.
c.
d.
OUR SAVIOR
a. I John 1:7
b. I Peter 2:24
c. Romans 5:8 (demonstrated)
d. Isaiah 53:5-6
James 2:19
Hebrews 11:1
Acts 16:31-33
Mark 16:16 (believe, believe not)
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FAITH!
The essence of faith consists in believing and receiving what God has revealed, and may be
defined as that trust in the God of the Scriptures and in Jesus Christ whom he has sent,
which receives Him as Lord and Savior and impels to loving obedience and good works.
(Jn. 1:12, Jas. 2:14-26).
The particular uses of faith give rise to its secondary definitions:
(1) for Salvation, faith is personal trust, apart from meritorious works, in the Lord Jesus
Christ as delivered because of ours offenses and raised again because of our justification
(Ro. 4:5, 23-25, 5:1).
(2) As used in prayer, faith is the “confidence we have in approaching God: that we ask anything according to his will he hears us” (1Jn. 5:14-15).
(3) As in reference to unseen things of which Scriptures speaks, faith gives substance to
them, so that we act upon conviction of their reality (Heb. 11:1-3).
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SHARING THE GOSPEL
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO "SHARE THE GOSPEL"?
It is the task of communicating a message from God the Creator to rebellious people.
WHAT IS THE GOSPEL?
The Gospel may be summarized in four truths—truth, about God, sin, Jesus Christ, and man's response!
1. The truth about God
Who He is — the holy Creator with all authority over His creation (Genesis 1:1)
We owe our very existence to Him (Acts 17:25).
We are always in His hands and under His watchful eye (Psalm 139:7-12). We
were created by Him to worship Him and serve Him (Matthew 4:10). We are to live
for His glory (Romans 11:36).
Truth: We are absolutely dependent upon God who, as our holy Creator, has an absolute claim
on us.
2. The truth about sin
Sin is an offense against God that disrupts our relationship with Him.
We feel guilty for specific wrong things done or good things left undone.
All people have sinned by falling short of God's standard (Romans 3:23).
All people have sinned by rebelling against God's specific commands and authority
(Exodus 20:1-17; Matthew 22:37-40).
All people need to be made right with God. All are guilt}', helpless in sin, and are under
God's wrath (Romans 1:18; 3:10-12).
We are basically bad and that is what makes us do bad things or fail to do good things.
Nothing we do can bring us back into God's favor (Romans 3:20).
Truth:
Our sin separates (alienates) us from God and we need to be reconciled to Him.
The truth about Jesus Christ—who He is and what He has done
•
His Incarnation
Jesus of Nazareth is God the Son who was made man to save sinners according to His Father's eternal purpose (John 1:14; Colossians 1:19)., Jesus Christ's words and life reveal the
nature of God. Jesus Christ lived (a life of perfect obedience to God.

His Death

He lived as a man in order to die for men. Jesus took the guilt of sinners upon Himself and endured God's judgment for it in His death on the cross. His death satisfied God's just anger against
sinful, rebellious people. His suffering and death was His saving action of bearing away the world's
sins (John 1:29, 36: Hebrews 9:27-28).

His Resurrection

Jesus has been raised from the dead (Acts 2:24), proving that He conquered sin and death and
vindicating His life of perfect obedience,
•
His Exaltation
Jesus ascended back to the right hand of God where He is enthroned and reigns as King or
Lord of all (Hebrews 1:3; Matthew 28:18; Ephesians 1:20-21). He freely and sovereign-ly gives
His righteousness to undeserving sinners who receive Him as their Savior and acknowledge
Him as their Lord. He lives to save completely all who acknowledge Him as Lord (Hebrews 7:25).
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Truth: Jesus Christ the only God-Man has provided the only way for sinful man to be reconciled to his Creator God.
4. The truth about man's reasonable twofold response
•
Faith (belief, trust)
A response of faith is resting one's confidence on the promises of mercy that Christ
has given to sinners — forgiveness of sin and hope of a new life that pleases God
•
Repentance
Repentance is a change of mind and heart evidenced by a change of behavior— a new
life of denying self and serving the Savior as King.
Repentance is a settled refusal to set any limit to the claims Christ may make on your life.
He is King and He has the right to expect whatever He desires from you.
Truth:
The only reasonable response to what God has done for you through Christ is
twofold: faith in Christ and repentance (turning from rebellion to submission).
Appropriate questions to ask: On the basis of these truths about God, sin, and Jesus
Christ, what is your relationship to God? In light of these truths, what is your response to God?
Will you now receive Jesus Christ as your Savior from sin and Lord of your life? If you say, "Not
yet," that is the same as saying, "No." Etc.
WHAT MOTIVATES US TO SHARE THE GOSPEL?
1. Love for God and a desire to bring glory to Him (Matthew 22:37; John 14:15, 21)
We love God when we are grateful for His saving grace in our lives (1 John 4:19).
God is glorified when we call attention to His character and His actions.
_
God is glorified when we obey His commands (Matthew 28:19).
God is glorified when we tell others of His wondrous works of grace (Psalm 29:1).
2.
Love for people and a concern for their welfare — now and in eternity (Matthew 22:39).
HOW DO I PREPARE TO SHARE THE GOSPEL?
1. Knowledge I must have a confident knowledge of what the Gospel is. Develop a simple
presentation of the Gospel truths, using simple language.
2. Practice
3. Prayer
Practice with family, friends, or church members until I feel secure in the presentation.
Pray for myself and for lost people.
God will put and keep in my heart a sense of His greatness and glory and the joy of fellowship with Him.
God will remind me of the dread of spending time and eternity without Him and cause my
heart to ache for those who are in that lost condition.
God will enable me to speak honestly, simply, accurately, and naturally.
God will direct me to people with whom He wants., me to share the Gospel, and T wi|1 he
sensitive to the opportunity.
God will put lost people in my life and prepare them to embrace the Gospel.
4. Commitment Commit myself to a godly life of systematic Bible study, obedience fellowship
and accountability with other Christians, and interaction with unbelievers.
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What is Sin
Sin is:
1. Transgression, an overstepping of the law, the divine boundary between good and evil
(Ps.51 : 1; Rom.2:23);
2. Iniquity, an act inherently wrong, weather expressly forbidden or not
(Rom. 1:21-23);
3. Error, a departure from right (Rom. 1:18; 1 Jn.3:4);
4. Missing the mark, a failure to meet the divine standard (Rom.3:23);
5. Trespass, the intrusion of self-will into the sphere of divine authority
(Eph.2:l);
6. Lawlessness, or spiritual anarchy (1 Ti. 1:9);
7. Unbelief, or an insult to the divine veracity (Jn.l6:9);
Sin
(1) originated with Satan (Isa. 14:12-14);
(2) entered the world through Adam (Rom.5:12);
(3) was, and is, universal, Christ alone excepted (Ron. 3:23; 1 Pe.2:22);
(4) incurs the penalties of spiritual and physical death (Ge.2:l7; 3:19; Eze. 18:4,20; Rom.6:23);
and
(5) has no remedy but in the sacrificial death of Christ (Ac.4:12; Heb.9:26) made available by
faith (Ac. 13:38-39).
Sin may be summarized as threefold:
(1) an act, the violation of, or want of obedience to, the revealed will of God;
(2) a state, absence of righteousness; and
(3) a nature, enmity toward God.
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What is Salvation
Salvation implies the ideas of deliverance, safety, preservation, healing, and soundness: Salvation is the great inclusive word of the Gospel, gathering into itself all the redemptive acts and
processes: as justification, redemption, grace, propitiation, imputation, forgiveness, sanctification, and glorification. Salvation is in three tenses:
1. The Christian has been saved from the guilt and penalty of sin (Lk.7:50; l Cor.l:18; 2 Cor.
2:15; Eph.2:5,8; 2 Tim. l:9) and is safe.
2. The Christian is being saved from the habit and dominion of sin
(Rom.6:14; 8:2; 2Cor.3:18; Gal.2:19-20; Phil. 1:19; 2:12-13; 2Th.2:13)
3. And the Christian will be saved at the Lord's return, from all the bodily
infirmities that are the result of sin and God's curse upon the sinful world
(Rom.8:18-23; I Cor. 15:42-44), and brought into entire conformity to Christ
(Rom. 13:11; Heb. l 0:36; I Pet. 1:5; Un.3:2).
Salvation is by grace through faith, is a free gift and wholly without works
(Rom.3:27-28; 4:1-8; 6:23; Eph.2:8).
The divine order is: first salvation, then works (Eph.2:9-10; Ti.3:5-8)
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CHRIST
(Luke 2:11 Luke 9:19-20)
Christ is the Greek word from the Hebrew word messiah, meaning Anointed or Anointed
One!
Christ is the official title, of our Lord, as Jesus is His human name. Jesus Christ, is the chief
subject of the whole Bible, old testament, and new testaments, of prophets, psalmists, and
apostles.
The Old Testament
John. 5:39 - The scriptures
Luke 24:44 - All things in the law, prophets, psalms.
The New Testament
John. 15:26
John. 16:12-14 - The spirit shall receive of mine, and show unto you
The Apostles
(I Corinthians 2:2, II Pet. 1:15-16, Revelations 19:10)
The Testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy
Although men, cities, and nations have a large part in biblical prophecy, its chief subject is a
person, the Lord Jesus Christ. All Prophetic themes are to be studied with care, but never in
such a way as to obscure the fact of the centrality of Jesus Christ.
His Deity
The deity of Christ means: that Christ of God! (Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 1:23, John 1:1, John
20:28, Romans 9:5, Titus 2:13)
The Attributes of God
The attributes of God are used in speaking of Jesus Christ (Attributes: a quality or characteristic belongings to a person or thing)
Pre-Existing - Eternal (Jn. 1:1, Jn. 8:58, Jn. 17:5, Heb. 13:8)
Self Existence (Jn. 1:4, John 5:26)
Omnipresence (Mt. 28:20)
Omnipotence (Jn. 1:3, Col. 1:17, Rev. 1:18)
Omniscience (Jn.21:17, Col. 2:3)
Unchangeableness (Heb. 1:12, Heb. 12:8)
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Jesus Christ possesses the exclusive facts of God’s being and his incommunicable attributes
manifestly he is God!
The works of God
The works of God were performed by Jesus Christ (Jn. 5:17)
Creation (Jn. 1:3, Col. 1:16)
Providence (hold together) (Col. 1:17, Rom. 8:28)
Forgiveness (Mt. 9:2, Lk. 7:48-49)
Resurrection (Jn. 5:28-29, Rev. 20)
Transformation (Phil. 3:21, I Cor. 15:51)
Judgment (Jn. 5:22-23, Rom. 14:10, Rev. 20:11-12)
The Title of God
The title of God was also given to Jesus Christ.
The Father (God) - address the son as God (Heb. 1:8)
Men called him God (Jn. 20:28)
He declared himself to be God (Jn. 10:30, Jn. 20:21-22)
Christ Incarnation (I Tim. 3:16)
The incarnation of Christ means his coming into the world as a man. (Jn. 8:40)
He was man, he still is man, he will forever be man.
Born of a virgin. (Isa. 7:14, Gal. 4:4)
He had human physical experiences:
Increased in statue (Lk. 2:52)
Wearied (Jn. 4:6)
Slept (Mt. 8:24)
Hungered (Mt. 21:28)
Sweat, blood (Lk. 22:44)
Thirsted (Jn. 19:28)
Death (Mk. 15:44-45, Jn. 19:32-34)
He had human intellectual experiences:
Increased in wisdom (Lk. 2:52)
He had human spiritual experiences:
Circumcised (Lk. 2:21)
Baptized (Mt. 3:14-15)
Prayed (Mk. 1:35)
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Christ Jesus had all personal human experiences, yet without sin (Heb. 4:15, II Cor. 5:21)
Still Man:
As man he was seen on earth after his death. Has been seen in heaven since his ascension.
After his resurrection from the dead (Lk. 24:39)
After his ascension (Acts 7:55-56), Heb. 10:12, Heb. 12:2)
He will forever be man:
Continues ever (Heb. 7:24)
On his return (Mt. 26:64, II Jn. 7)
At the white throne judgment (Acts 17:31, Rev. 20:11)
Same forever (Heb. 13:8)
Never forget, Jesus was God in heaven. He was God on earth, he still is God in heaven. He
will come to earth as God. He will forever be God.
Jesus Christ came in human form:
First to reveal the father (Mt. 11:27, Jn. 1:18, Jn. 14:9, Heb. 1:3) The character of God is
seen in the character of Jesus. (Heb. 7:26, I Jn. 3:5, II Cor. 5:21)
Second to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. (Heb. 9:26)
His death: the supreme purpose of Christ presence on earth
1. A sacrifice to God. (Heb. 9:26)
2. A sacrifice provided by God (gen. 22:6-8, Jn. 1:29, Rom. 8:32)
3. To furnish as ransom for many (Mt. 20:28)
4. To be made a curse for us (Gal. 3:13)
5. Accepted as a sinner is our stead, substitute. (II Cor. 5:21)
Third to destroy the work of the devil ( I Jn 3:8, Heb. 2:14-18)
The death of Christ was necessary:
To make salvation possible for all (Jn. 1:29, I Jn. 2:2, I Tim. 2:6, Heb. 2:9, I Pt. 3:18)
To make salvation actual for believers (I Tim. 4:10)
Christ’s death was part of God’s eternal plan. (Gen. 3:15, Isa. 52:13-15, Isa. 53:10-12)
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The resurrection of Christ was necessary for the:
1. Assurance the God of the bible is the only true God. (I Pet. 1:21)
2. Assurance that Jesus Christ himself is God. (Rom. 1:3-4, Jn. 10:18)
3. Assurance that Jesus will judge the world. (Isa. 11:1-4, Acts 17;31, Ps. 2:7-12)
4. Assurance to believers that their justification through Jesus Christ’s death is an
accomplished fact. (Rom. 4:25, Rom. 5:1)
5. Assurance against all condemnation (Rom. 8:1, Rom. 8:33-34)
6. Assurance that all bible promises will be kept. (Acts 13:32-34, I Pet. 1:3-4, II
Cor. 1:20)
7. Assurance of believers fruitfulness in service (Rom. 7:4)
8. Assurance of believers blessed eternity. (I Pet. 1:3)
9. Assurance of believers preservation. (Rom. 5:10)
10. Assurance of believers resurrection unto life. (I Cor. 15:22-23)
Christ Offices
Prophet: He declares what God the father would have men to know (Jn. 1:18, Jn. 14:9)
Priest: he represents believers before God. (Heb. 3:1, Heb. 4:14-16, Heb. 7:24-27)
King: He reigns as king in the heart of those who love him (Jn. 14:31) and in the future on
earth. (Ps. 2, 72, Mt. 25:31-34, Rev. 19:11-16)
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AN EXAMPE OF PRESENTATION
ROLE PLAY
SETTING The Evangelism Team has gone to visit a member who recently
united with the Church. This is a first-time Home Visitation.
The person united as a Candidate for Baptism.
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Knock on the door
B. State your name immediately.
C. Identify your church and your purpose for coming
(Even though pre-arranged)
D. Wait to be invited in.
Prospect:
Who is it?
Team Leader:
_________________ from Pleasant Green M. B. Church.
Prospect:
Please come in.
Team Leader:
Thank you. As I said before, I’m __________________ and
these are my fellow team members, _____________ and
__________________.
Team Member 1:
Hello, Sister/Brother ____________________________
Team Member 2:
I’m pleased to meet you.
Team Leader:
We have come on behalf of the entire church to welcome you
into your new family and to answer any questions you may
have with regards to this church.
II. CONVERSATION
A. Secular Life
Team Leader:
How are you today?
Prospect:
I’m fine!
Team Leader:
(Looking around the room with an admiring smile)
You certainly have some nice plants. Would you mind sharing
the secret of you success? My wife/husband and I have had a
terrible time with our plants. Maybe with your help, we can
have plants that look like yours!
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OBJECTIVE OF INTRODUCTION/CONVERSATION:
The objective of the Introduction and Conversation, is to put the prospect at
ease; to help them and you to relax and be comfortable about this first meeting
and to win and/or earn a hearing for the Gospel to be presented.
B. Church Background
Team Leader:
We understand that you united with the Church as a candidate
for Baptism. Does this mean that you had not had any
association with a church before?
Prospect:
No.
Team Leader: Would you mind sharing a little bit of some of your church
background with us?
Prospect:
Although I didn’t belong to any church before, I had gone to
several different churches. When I was a little girl, my mother
used to send me to Sunday school at the Holiness Church.
When I grew up I used to go with my girl friend to the Catholic
Church. As an adult, I had several occasions to attend some
Seven Day Adventist Services. I really liked that Church!
They taught me a lot about God. The only reason I didn’t join
that Church was because it was hard for me to get off from
work on Saturdays!
Team Leader:
You certainly have had an interesting Church background,
which makes us all the more happy that you made a decision to
become a part of our Church Family.
C. Church Testimony
Team Leader:
Your orientation counselor may have shared this with you, and
if so, we would like to reemphasize that our Church Family is
Christ-Centered and the Holy bible is our source of authority.
OBJECTIVE OF CHURCH BACKGROUND / TESTIMONY:
The objective of dealing with previous Church Background is to allow the prospect to tell the Team where he/she is spiritually. As this point the team has
some clues to where the prospect is spiritually, but not conclusively. SOME
FURTHER INVESTIGATION IS NEEDED BEFORE THE GOSPEL IS PRESENTED.
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By INVESTIGATION we do not mean INTERROGATION. We will continue to use
the method of asking open-end questions. We must avoid getting into sensitive
matters!!! We should listen positively, showing concern!
D. Personal Testimony (Sample)
1. What my life was like before I received eternal life.
2. How I received eternal life.
3. What having eternal life has meant to me.
Team Leader:
Not too many days ago, life was very dull and uninteresting to
me. Deep down, I was pretty unhappy--A ho-hum routine that
many people fall into. I was very lonely; found new
friendships very hollow and not based on anything meaningful.
I really became concerned about my future. Seeing the world
situation and the rapid decaying of old values made me wonder,
“What is life all about?” I also had a concern about “What
would happen to me if I were to die?”
I knew very little about God--but I wanted to know. God says
in the Bible, “You will seek me and find, when you search for
me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13). He kept his promise
and I received eternal life. (John 1:12) (John 3:16, 36) (Isaiah
5:10-12)
When I received eternal life, my life changed in many exciting
ways. He filled my life with true happiness. I now have a real
purpose in life.
I know that God has forgiven me for all the dumb things I’ve
done and he has given me a love and sense of forgiveness for
others.
God has given me many real friends that have developed into
quality secure relationships, with the Lord as our common
bond! Above all he is my Best friend!!!
God has given me a peace in my heart--a real super feeling. I
know that when I go to bed at night, if I don’t wake up in the
morning, that I’ll wake up in heaven with Him--and that’s neat.
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OBJECTIVE OF PERSONAL TESTIMONY:
To present a point of identification between you and your listener. To establish
some common ground on which to build your presentation. To establish the
fact that we all have a need for God in our lives and how God can personally
meet that need!
E. Two Diagnostic Questions
Team Leader:
Sister/Brother ________________, as I listened to you. I
noticed that you were pleased at how much you had learned
about God, and it certainly is rewarding to know about God.
May I ask you a question?
Prospect:
Sure!
Team Leader:
Have you reached a point in your spiritual life that if you were
to die right now, you would know where you would spend
eternity?
Prospect:
No, I haven’t. No one can really know that answer but God.
Team Leader:
Sister/Brother _________________, I once thought the same
way as you…That only God knew the answer.
May I share (moving closer to prospect with Bible in hand)
With you what God’s Word says about our knowing for
ourselves? (Team Leaders read the appropriate scriptures).
May I ask another question?
Prospect:
yes.
Team Leader:
Suppose you were to die today and stand before God, and he
were to say to you, “Why should I let you into my heaven?”
What would you say?
Prospect:
(Sample response) “Well, I haven’t really done anything bad in
my life. I’ve more or less gone to church all my life, and I
basically love everybody”.
Team Leader:
Sister/Brother ________________, the way you have lived is
certainly to be commended. Many people feel the same way
you do about the qualifications for heaven.
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May I share with you what I have learned from the Bible about
eternal life?
Prospect:
Yes, please do.
OBJECTIVE OF TWO QUESTIONS:
Upon further investigation, the team has found out precisely what the prospect
believes is the basis for salvation (I.e., how it is obtained). This method also
shows how not to alienate the prospect in his/her erroneous beliefs; but, it is a
bridge to build the rapport and trust needed with the prospect, and thus be able
to share the correct basis for salvation.
III. PRESENTATION
Team Leader:
For a long time I wondered whether or not I would go to
heaven when I died. Through study of the scriptures I came to
realize that according to the Bible, heaven is a free gift. There
is no way I can earn my way into heaven.
GRACE: The Bible states “For the wages of sin is death, but
the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord”
(Romans 6:23, KJV). The Bible also states “For by Grace are
ye saved through Faith; and that not of yourselves; It is the
Gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast”
(Ephesians 2:8-9)
TRANSITION: This can be seen more clearly when we
understand what the Bible says about man.
MAN: The Bible points out that MAN IS A SINNER.
In your opinion what is SIN?
Prospect:
I think SIN is doing something wrong or bad.
Team Leader:
The Bible states, “For all have sinned and come short of the
glory of God. For there is not a just man upon earth, that doeth
good, and sinneth not. Because man cannot consistently do
good, HE CANNOT SAVE HIMSELF. A Bible verse that
illustrated this is, “There is a way which seemeth right unto a
man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” He cannot
save himself from this death. (Romans 3:23)
(Ecclesiastes 7:20) (Proverbs 14:12)
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TRANSITION: The problem of man trying to save himself
comes into sharper focus when we look at what the Bible
says about God.
GOD: The Bible tells us that GOD IS LOVING AND
MERCIFUL and that he doesn’t want to punish us. But while
GOD is LOVING, HE IS ALSO JUST, and therefore must
punish sin. Scripture says, “God will by no means clear the
guilty and that it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the
Living God” this seems to present a problem. How does a
Loving and Merciful God punish sin?
(Exodus 34:6-7) (Hebrews 10:31)
TRANSITION: God solved this problem in the most amazing
way by sending Jesus Christ into the World. In your opinion,
who is Jesus Christ? What and who is Jesus Christ to you?
Prospect:
I’m not sure.
Team Leader:
The Bible tells us that, in the beginning was the Word, and the
Word was with God, and the Word was God and the Word was
made flesh, and dwelt among us. Christ is both God and Man.
What did he come to do? The whole Bible is about one great
transaction that Christ performed on our behalf. (John 1:1,14)
TRANSITION: By His death and physical resurrection, He
paid for our sins and purchased a place in Heaven for us,
which he offers a gift, which may be received by faith.
FAITH: Now many people don’t really understand what the
Bible means by faith. Some have what I call temporal faith.
An example of this type of trusting God for a safe plane trip or
help on an exam--that type of thing. Others believe that Christ
died and rose again, and they think that’s faith, it is more than
just believing the fact, and they shudder!!! So, whatever the
Bible means by faith, it is more than just believing the facts.
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TRUE FAITH IS TRUSTING IN JESUS ALONE FOR
OUR SALVATION and the response to true faith is the desire
to obey Him. Now it is important that you understand that it is
not this commitment that earns you eternal life. Remember, out
good deeds cannot earn acceptance before God because we are
imperfect and therefore do not live up to His standard of
perfection. True faith is simply the hand that received God’s
free gift of eternal life. (Isaiah 64:6) (Romans 3:23)
IV. THE COMMITMENT:
Team Leader:
Prospect:
Team Leader:
(Qualifying Question) Does this make sense to you?
Yes
Remember earlier when I asked the question “What would you
say to God if He should ask you why He should let you into
His Heaven?” You said because of…Do you understand why
we cannot enter Heaven on the basis of what we have done?
(Isaiah 64:6)
**NOTE: (If response is no or uncertain, go back to the beginning and quickly review
the main points of the Gospel, asking as you go along “Does this make sense to you
that man is a sinner?” If the prospect is stuck on any one point, slowly and thoroughly
go through that point of the outline, using all verses and illustrations.)
CLARIFICATION OF COMMITMENT
If a person wanted to receive God’s gift of eternal life he would
do so by…
1. Acknowledging Christ as God and personal Savior. He
would believe that Jesus is God and Man, that He died on the
cross for our sins and was resurrected so that He could have a
personal relationship with each of us.
2. Receiving Christ as Lord and Master over his life,
realizing that because of Christ’s great love, He will guide our
lives better than we are able to do.
3. Transferring his trust from his former life of disobedience
and following after Christ.
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4. Transferring his trust from himself to Christ.
5. Finally, receiving Jesus Christ into his heart, Christ says
in the Bible, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; If any man
hear my voice, and open the door, I will come into him, and
will sup with him, and he with me” (Revelations 3:20)
Team Leader:
(Commitment Question)
Would you like to receive this gift of eternal life now?
Prospect:
Yes, I would.
Team Leader:
Then, may we pray together with you, as it is your desire to
receive Christ right now!
Please bow your head, close your eyes and repeat (this prayer)
after me.
PRAYER OF COMMITMENT
“Lord Jesus, I want you to come into my life right now. I am a sinner. I have been
trusting in…But now I put my trust in you. I accept you as my personal savior. I believe you died for me. I receive you as Lord, and Master over my life. Help me to turn
from my sins and follow you. I accept your gift of eternal life. In your name I pray,
Amen.”
Team Leader:
What have you just done? Let’s read together.
ASSURANCE OF SALVATION in (John 6:47), Verily, I say
unto you, he that believeth in me hath everlasting life.”
I (John 5:11-12) says, “And this the record, that God hath
given
to us eternal life, and this life is in His son. He that hath
the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not
life.”
Do you Believe the promises of these verses?
(Note: You can ask the diagnostic questions, again)
Welcome to the Family of God!
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IV. CLOSURE:
A. Leave appropriate literature
1. Give directions on how to use it.
2. Answer any questions concerning scriptures, etc.
B. Next appointment
1. Set a date for the next appointment in _____ weeks.
C. Closing prayer
1. Pray for entire household; Give thanks for an
opportunity to share; (make it brief)!!!
D. Immediate follow-up
1. Return to Evangelism office and complete necessary
forms.
2. Report any important information, regarding the visit,
directly to the Evangelism Coordinator.
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THE GOSPEL PRESENTATION WITH TRANSITIONS
I. INTRODUCTION
A.
B.
C.
D.
Their secular life
Their church background
Our Church
Testimony (personal or church)
“May I ask you a questions?”
1. “Have you come to a place in your spiritual life where you can say
for certain that if you were to die today you would go to heaven?”
(I John 5:13, KJV) - “These thing have I written unto you…that
you may know that you have eternal life.”
2. “Suppose you were to die today and stand before God and he were
to say to you, why should I let you into My heaven?” “What would you say?
TRANSITION: “That’s interesting. Many people feel the same way you do about the
qualifications for heaven. May I share with you what I have learned from the Bible
about eternal life?”
II. THE GOSPEL
A. GRACE
1. Heaven is a free gift
2. It is not earned or deserved
TRANSITION: “This can be seen more clearly when we understand what the Bible
says about man.”
B. MAN
1. Man is a sinner - “In your opinion, what is sin?
2. Man cannot save himself.
TRANSITION: “The problem of man trying to save himself comes into sharper focus
when we look at what the Bible says about God.”
C. GOD
1. God is loving and merciful, therefore doesn’t want to punish us.
2. God is just, therefore must punish sin.
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TRANSITION: “God solved this problem in the most amazing way by sending Jesus
Christ into the world.”
D. JESUS CHRIST - “In your opinion, who is Jesus Christ?”
1. Who He is--the infinite God-Man.
2. What he did--(use as transition)
TRANSITION: “By His death and physical resurrection, He paid for our sins and purchased a place I heaven for us. He offers us his gift which may be received by faith.”
III. THE COMMITMENT
A. The qualifying question:
“Does this make sense to you?”
B. The clarification of commitment.
C. The commitment question:
“Would you like to receive this gift of eternal life?”
D. The prayer of commitment.
E. The assurance of salvation.
IV. CLOSURE
A. Leave appropriate literature
B. Next appointment
C. Closing prayer
V. IMMEDIATE FOLLOW-UP
1. Return to Evangelism Office and complete necessary forms.
2. Report any important information, directly to the Evangelism Coordinator.
3. Stay in constant prayer for the Evangelism Movement, throughout the
land!!!…
***(Making the change from one from, state or activity, to another)***
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