snow camp 2010 saturate. preparation “…98% of christians do not regularly introduce others to...
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SNOW CAMP 2010
SATURATE
Preparation
“…98% of Christians
do not regularly
introduce others to the Savior.”
Bill Bright
Preparation
I. The Importance of Speaking Up
“In the midst of a generation screaming for answers,
Christians are stuttering.”
Howard Hendricks
Preparation
The Good News of the Gospel
is to be proclaimed verbally.
When we witness with just our life,
it is an incomplete message.
Preparation
Remember:
Our walk and our talk
are both very important
for effective evangelism.
Preparation
II. Principles of Communication
Our goal in communication is to be others-centered!
To be others-centered we need to:
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A. Be Clear
Non-Christians must understand the Gospel in order to respond!
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B. Be Relevant
Jesus is the answer for:
…freedom from guilt
…depression
…relationships at home
…problems w/ a boyfriend or girlfriend
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C. Keep it Simple
1 Corinthians 2:1-2
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III. Making a Transition
A. Be aware of open doors
When the door opens, identify with them and ask if you may share with them what helped you get through the problem.
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III. Making a Transition
B. Learn possible transition statements
Several years ago I had the opportunity
to have a real turn-around in my life.
Do you have a second for me to tell
you about that?
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III. Making a Transition
B. Learn possible transition statements
What would you say if you told me
your biggest struggle in life and I could
offer you an answer to your problem?
Preparation
IV. Know the Best Style
Six Styles of Evangelism Bill Hybels
Confrontational:challenge w/ boldness!
Intellectual: use your mind!
Relational: Live it out - cultivate
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IV. Know the Best Style
Six Styles…
Invitational: come and hear!
Serving: how can I help?
Testimonial: He changed my life!
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IV. Know the Best Style
No matter what method or style
of witnessing you use,
you can always share
about what Jesus has done
in your life.
Preparation
Your Testimony:
1. My life before becoming a Christian
2. How I realized my need for Christ
3. When and how I accepted Christ
4. Ways Christ has changed my life
