Seite 186 - Evangelism (1946)

Das ist die SEO-Version von Evangelism (1946). Klicken Sie hier, um volle Version zu sehen

« Vorherige Seite Inhalt Nächste Seite »
Truth-Teaching Devices
Christ’s Parables and Symbols—We should seek to follow more
closely the example of Christ, the great Shepherd, as He worked
with His little company of disciples, studying with them and with the
people the Old Testament Scriptures. His active ministry consisted
not merely in sermonizing but in educating the people. As He passed
through villages, He came in personal contact with the people in their
homes, teaching, and ministering to their necessities. As the crowds
that followed Him increased, when He came to a favorable place, He
would speak to them, simplifying His discourses by the use of parables
and symbols.—
Letter 192, 1906
.
Charts Should Be Used—You have given much study to the mat-
ter of how to make the truth interesting, and the charts you have made
are in perfect accord with the work to be carried forward. These charts
are object lessons to the people. You have put intensity of thought into
the work of getting out these striking illustrations. And they have a
marked effect as they are presented to the people in vindication of truth.
The Lord uses them to impress minds. Instruction has been given me
clearly and distinctly that charts should be used in the presentation of
truth. And these illustrations should be made still more impressive by
words showing the importance of obedience.—
Letter 51, 1902
.
Prophecies Taught by Simple, Inexpensive Charts—The use of
charts is most effective in explaining the prophecies relating to the
past, the present, and the future. But we are to make our work as
simple and inexpensive as possible. The truth is to be explained in
simplicity. In no case are we to follow the example of outward display
[204]
set by the world.—
Manuscript 42, 1905
.
Effective Use of Appropriate Devices—Elder S is now making
an effort in Oakland.... He has pitched his tent in a central location
and has secured a good hearing, better than we had expected.
Brother S is an intelligent evangelist. He speaks with the simplicity
of a child. Never does he bring any slur into his discourses. He
preaches directly from the Word, letting the Word speak to all classes.
182