Canvasser A Gospel Worker
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Speak Christ’s Love
We need to realize the importance of the canvassing work as one
great means of finding out those who are in peril and bringing them to
Christ. Canvassers should never be prohibited from speaking of the
love of Christ, from telling their experience in their service for the
Master. They should be free to speak or to pray with those who are
awakened. The simple story of Christ’s love for man will open doors
for them, even to the homes of unbelievers.
Hold Bible-Readings
As the canvasser visits the people at their homes, he will often have
opportunity to read to them from the Bible or from books that teach
the truth. When he discovers those who are searching for truth he can
hold Bible readings with them. These Bible readings are just what the
people need. God will use in His service those who thus show a deep
interest in perishing souls. Through them He will impart light to those
who are ready to receive instruction.
Avoid Controverted Points
Some who labor in the canvassing field have a zeal that is not
according to knowledge. Because of their lack of wisdom, because
they have been so much inclined to act the minister and theologian, it
has been almost a necessity to place restrictions upon our canvassers.
When the Lord’s voice calls, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for
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Us?” the Divine Spirit puts it into hearts to respond: “Here am I; send
me.”
Isaiah 6:8
. But bear in mind that the live coal from the altar must
first touch your lips. Then the words you speak will be wise and holy
words. Then you will have wisdom to know what to say and what to
leave unsaid. You will not try to reveal your smartness as theologians.
You will be careful not to arouse a combative spirit or excite prejudice
by introducing controverted points of doctrine. You will find enough
to talk about that will not excite opposition, but that will open the heart
to desire a deeper knowledge of God’s word.