EVANGELISM
A Way of Life
12 STUDIES FOR INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS
Rebecca Manley Pippert & Ruth Siemens
With Notes for Leaders
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Getting the Most Out of Evangelism
Getting the Most Out of Evangelism
One day on a plane I happened to sit next to a rather intellectual-looking professor. We leaped into a stimulating conversation, and I intended to tell him about my faith—at the appropriate time. But abruptly he asked me what I did for a living. I said, “Well, I’m in Christian work.” (It’s one thing to be a Christian; another thing to do it for a living.)
A look of amazement spread across his face. He was clearly thinking, Funny—she looked so normal! Immediately his demeanor changed, and he was clearly trying to find the appropriate words to use for a “Christian type.” He asked, with the slightest condescension, “Well, what’s the name of your little organization?”
“InterVarsity Christian Fellowship,” I replied. He looked bewildered. I asked, “Is something wrong?”
He said, “Oh, nothing really. It’s just … well … you don’t look like a Christian athlete.”
Thinking at that point that he was joking, I said, “Well, yes, I play basketball ...
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About Evangelism: A Way of Life: 12 Studies for Individuals or Groups: With Notes for LeadersMost of us can think of at least one hundred reasons not to share the gospel. Evangelism can be intimidating. But it can also be a natural and exciting way of life. These Bible studies will help you discover creative ways to share the gospel in your everyday situations and surroundings. This LifeGuide Bible Study features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection. Leader’s notes are included with information on study preparation, leading the study and small group components as well as helps for specific Bible passages covered in the study. Presented in a convenient workbook format and featuring the inductive Bible study approach, LifeGuides are thoroughly field-tested prior to publication; they’re proven and popular guides for digging into Scripture on your own or with a small group. |
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