Evangelism in the Pulpit, Chapter 12

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Evangelism in the Pulpit, Chapter 12
Julie Gholston
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Effective evangelistic preaching prioritizes 12-1 biblical exposition
When sharing truth from God's Word, the speaker must keep in mind that 12-2 he or she is under the Word
The inspired writing of God's Word is best explained 12-3 God's complete influence on everything written, with the writers' thoughts and experiences divinelye integrated into the message
The best evidence of divine anointing on a message is the 12-4 extent to which God works through the message to impact lives
Biblical exposition should avoid opinion and present what from the text? 12-5 Original meaning, current application
Structurally, a sermon should give due attention to a text's 12-6 original structure and original message
Illustrations contribute to the impact of a sermon by 12-7 bringing clarity to the text and making the associated lessons and truths memorable
Corporate worship in a church service should 12-8 increase awareness of God's presence and spiritually refresh the participants
In today's church, the altar is best described as a 12-9 designated place where people can offer themselves to God
When dealing with a person at the altar, it is important to 12-10 be positive and encouraging, assuring the person of God's working in his or her heart.
What is the primary nature of evangelistic preaching? I12-1 Effective evangelistic preaching prioritizes biblical exposition.
What is the proper place of the Word in relation to the speaker of the Word? I12-2 Anyone sharing the Word must do so with a firm conviction that God's Word is above him or herself and *unassailable by personal opinion. (*attacked, questioned or defeated)
In light of the divine inspiration of God's Word, What function did its human writers play? I12-3 God divinely directed the writing of His Word, but perfectly integrated the experiences, thoughts and vocabulary of the writers.
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the proclamation of God's Word? I12-4 The Holy Spirit offers to the seeking minister clear guidance into the truth of God's Word beyond that person's natural ability to discern truth.
How does true anointing differ from the popular concept of anointing? I12-5 Anointing is not measured by human enthusiasm or effort but by the extent to which God works through a human agent to communicate His Word in a life-giving manner.
What danger must be avoided when expositing, or explaining, biblical truth? I12-6 The person offering an interpretation of Scripture must carefully identify its original meaning and its intended application without taint or personal opinion.
Why is simplification of a text not to be confused with dumbing it down? I12-7 God's Word must be connected with people's contemporary language and experience, but its truths are not to be simplistically summarized or shared incompletely.
What must be the preacher's focus when organizing a sermon's structure? I12-8 The intended purpose of the original text's structure and the text's original message must remain clear; they cannot be camouflaged or obliterated by artificial organization.
Illustration of a text serves what purpose? I12-9 Illustrations bring clarity to a text and make a lesson or truth more memorable to the audience.
How does the Holy Spirit assist in the integration of a salvation invitation with the presentation of any text? I12-10 The Holy Spirit must empower the preacher's words and their connection with the Word of God in order for people to be drawn to salvation.
What does worship accomplish in the context of a church service? I12-11 Corporate worship invites a spiritually tangible divine presence that refreshes believers and influenced nonbeliever.
What is the altar's significance? I12-12 Historically, God established altars as designated plalces for sacrifice where His presence would be particularly manifested. Today, churches continue to designate places where believers can place themselves in a position of consecration to receive what God would do in their lives.
What four components come into play when a pastor cooperates with the Holy Spirit in structuring an invitation to the altar? I12-13 1. The pastor must exercise faith G2. give a clear invitation 3. Create an environment where respondents can easily access the alter 4. Position counselors to quickly assist those who respond.
What caution must be taken when interviewing those who are making spiritual decisions at an altar? I12-14 Care must be taken in the questions asked so that the person's true spiritual state can be discerned.
In the final analysis, why is it more important to focus at the altar on the the face of response rather than on the exact nature of a response? 2-15 Recognizing that God is the One who is at work in the person's heart, the altar worker should focus on encouraging the respondent to be obedient to the Spirit's leading.
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