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Evangelism. Ways to begin the conversation. Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver. The Ten Commandments. Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver. The Ten Commandments The Definition of Sin. Sin is …. Transgression of the Law.
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Evangelism Ways to begin the conversation
Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver • The Ten Commandments
Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver • The Ten Commandments • The Definition of Sin
Sin is… • Transgression of the Law
“For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles in one point, he has become guilty of all.” James 2:10
“Everyone who practices sin also practices lawlessness; and sin is lawlessness.” 1 John 3:4
Sin is… • Transgression of the Law • Thinking evil thoughts
“The devising of folly is sin, And the scoffer is an abomination to men.” Proverbs 24:9
Sin is… • Transgression of the Law • Thinking evil thoughts • Having evil intentions
“Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great on the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.” Genesis 6:5
“Therefore repent of this wickedness of yours, and pray the Lord that, if possible, the intention of your heart may be forgiven you.” Acts 8:22
Sin is… • Transgression of the Law • Thinking evil thoughts • Having evil intentions • Failing to do good
“Therefore, to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin.” James 4:17
Sin is… • Transgression of the Law • Thinking evil thoughts • Having evil intentions • Failing to do good • Anything which is not of faith
“Whatever is not from faith is sin.” Romans 14:23
Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver • The Ten Commandments • The Definition of Sin • Creation
Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver • The Ten Commandments • The Definition of Sin • Creation • God’s Attributes
God is Infinite • He is infinite in holiness • He is infinite in wrath
God is Unchanging • Being perfect, he cannot improve or diminish
Some of God's Attributes: • Solitariness • Decree • Knowledge • Supremacy • Sovereignty • Immutability • Holiness • Power • Faithfulness • Loving-Kindness • Goodness • Patience • Grace • Mercy • Love • Wrath
Starting with God as Holy Lawgiver • The Ten Commandments • The Definition of Sin • Creation • God’s Attributes
Starting with Life Issues • Be Ready
Starting with Life Issues “But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence.” 1 Peter 3:15
Starting with Life Issues • Be Ready • Move quickly to their need
Starting with Questions • What is your religious background?
Starting with Questions • What is your religious background? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be the only way to heaven?
Starting with Questions • What is your religious background? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be the only way to heaven? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be God?
Starting with Questions • What is your religious background? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be the only way to heaven? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be God? • Do you know why Jesus had to die?
Starting with Questions • What is your religious background? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be the only way to heaven? • Have you ever considered Jesus’ claim to be God? • Do you know why Jesus had to die? • How can I pray for you?
Starting with Questions • Have you ever read the Bible?
Starting with Questions • Have you ever read the Bible? • Do you ever think about heaven and hell?
Starting with Questions • Have you ever read the Bible? • Do you ever think about heaven and hell? • Did you know that God does not save people by his love?
Starting with Witnessing Tools • Tracts
Starting with Witnessing Tools • Tracts • Audio
Starting with Witnessing Tools • Tracts • Audio • Books
Basic Requirements: • Be walking with the Lord
Basic Requirements: • Be walking with the Lord • Be attentive to other people
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and will all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself.” Luke 10:27