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Principles of Evangelism in the Life of Jesus Gerson P. Santos

Principles of Evangelism in the Life of Jesus Gerson P. Santos. God's Purpose for His Church. “The church is God's appointed agency for the salvation of men . It was organized for service, and its mission is to carry the gospel to the world.” (AA, 9).

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Principles of Evangelism in the Life of Jesus Gerson P. Santos

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  1. Principles of Evangelism in the Life of Jesus Gerson P. Santos

  2. God's Purpose for His Church “The church is God's appointed agency for the salvation of men. It was organized for service, and its mission is to carry the gospel to the world.”(AA, 9)

  3. “… Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing… teaching…” Matthew 28:19-20

  4. Going Baptizing Make Disciples Teaching God’s Way to Keep His Church Going and Growing

  5. “The Saviour's commission to the disciples included all the believers. It includes all believers in Christ to the end of time. It is a fatal mistake to suppose that the work of saving souls depends alone on the ordained minister.”(DA, 822)

  6. God’s Way to Keep a Church Going and Growing • Disciple making is a continuous process by which people • who are converted to Jesus Christ • relate themselves to each other • and become responsible, reproducing church members. • These disciples go out to make other disciples, baptizing, teaching and relating them to the church also.

  7. “The first disciples went forth preaching the word. They revealed Christ in their lives. And the Lord worked with them…

  8. The gospel was to be carried to the uttermost parts of the earth, and they claimed the endowment of power that Christ had promised. Then it was that the Holy Spirit was poured out, and thousands were converted in a day…

  9. So it may be now. Instead of man's speculations, let the word of God be preached. Let Christians put away their dissensions, and give themselves to God for the saving of the lost. (DA, 827)

  10. Baptizing Make Disciples Going Teaching God’s Way to Keep a Church Going and Growing Responsible church

  11. Jesus’ Method Works!

  12. Learn from Christ the science of soul saving. Review & Herald, Mar. 30, 1905

  13. Christ’s method alone will give true success in reaching the people. Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  14. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me.’ Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  15. Jesus’ Method of Witnessing Socialized

  16. While we should cultivate sociability, let it not be merely for amusement, but for a purpose. There are souls to save. Testimonies, Vol. 5, p. 599

  17. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence. Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me.’ Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  18. Jesus’ Method of Witnessing Socialized Sympathized

  19. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs,and won their confidence. Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me.’ Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  20. Jesus’ Method of Witnessing Socialized Sympathized Served

  21. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs,and won their confidence.Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me.’ Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  22. Jesus’ Method of Witnessing Socializing + Sympathizing + Serving = WINNING CONFIDENCE

  23. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good. He showed His sympathy for them, ministered to their needs, and won their confidence.Then He bade them, ‘Follow Me.’ Ministry of Healing, p. 143

  24. Jesus’ Method of Witnessing Socialized Sympathized Served Saved

  25. Christ’s Methods • He got along with the people • He ministered their needs • He sympathized and empathized with the people. • Won their confidence • Said: “Follow me”

  26. “Christ made the presentation of his message precede for acts of love and benevolence.” Christian Service, p. 142 “He did not any human being for granted.” Christian Service, p. 151

  27. “Jesus saw in every soul a human being who should be called to His kingdom.” Christian Service, p. 149 “He makes an invitation: ‘Come to me all that are weary and I will bring rest to your life” Ministry of Healing, p. 20

  28. “God retains his blessings because His people do not work in harmony with his methods.” Testimonies VII, p. 18 “Now is the time for us to follow the correct learning methods and to imitate the example of Christ.” Evangelism, p. 44

  29. 1. Personal Work 2. Small Groups 3. Public Evangelism “If we follow the example of Christ in doing goodness, our hearts will open up as well as His.” Christian Service, p. 150

  30. Three Principles of Bible Study • Introduce Jesus first • Gradually reveal the truth • Frequent calls

  31. “F O R T” Principle F Family O Occupation R Religion T Testimony

  32. FAMILY • Are you originally from here? • Where are you from? • How is your family doing?

  33. OCCUPATION • What kind of work do you do? • How long have you worked there?

  34. RELIGION • Do you normally attend here? • What is your religious background? • Which church do you attend?

  35. TESTIMONY • My life before I accepted Christ. • How I became a Christian. • My life since becoming a Christian.

  36. “My brothers and sisters, visit the people who live close to you, and for the sympathy and the kindness, make sure you reach their hearts.” C.S., p. 144 “…helping where it is needed…”. C.S., p. 142

  37. “Sympathize with them, pray with them, take advantage of the opportunities to do good to them, and when possible, get together with a few people and read the Bible to their darkened minds.” C.S., p. 145 “There is no need to spend much time in doctrinal themes; speak of the work and the sacrifice of Christ.” C.S., p. 142

  38. “Christ crucified: speak of this truth, pray about it and sing it and it will shatter and it will win souls.” C.S., p. 163 “Tell them how you found Jesus and how blessed you have been ever since you put yourself in His service.” C.S., p. 156 “Speak to them about the happiness and joy that accompany Christian life.” C.S., p. 156

  39. “This way you will win their hearts and you shall speak to them about the Savior.” C.S., p. 128 “God’s angels will assist you in accompanying you to the homes of the people you visit. C.S., p. 147 “I am with you always,” is his promise. C.S., p. 144

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