Personal Testimony Development

Personal Testimonies

Yes even Lutheran can do this! Why?

– 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

New International Version (NIV)Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica

Personal Testimonies

Read Acts 26– How long did it take you?– Was Paul preaching or sharing?

What is the difference?

Now let’s give it a try!– Start by praying and seeking His wisdom– Pull out your paper and 3 x 5 cards

Personal TestimoniesHelpful Hints

Remember you may be sharing this with someone who has no religious vocabulary

Say “I”, or “me” and not “you” Generalize so more people can identify with

your story Include both good and bad aspects of your

life

Personal Testimonies Rough Draft

Before-What was your life like before you were a Christian?

How-How did you come to Christ– If you were raised in a Christian home, what

events did God use to raise you to a new level of faith

After-What has your life been like because you seek to live in His grace

Personal TestimoniesRefining Your Story

Write out your story using your notes– 5 minutes to read

Make corrections– Get your story down to 2 ½ to 3 minutes

Now outline your story by writing a one sentence summary of each section

Transfer the summary sentence to the 3 x 5 cards

Personal Testimonies

Refer to the document Personal Testimony Development – adapted from Christian Military Fellowship

Resources are available on your UBS drive, including this PPT