Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8400 The tasks of the believer » 8495 witnessing » 8497 witnessing, approaches to Scripture provides teaching, supported by examples, concerning when believers should witness, the methods they are to use, and the manner of doing it. When and where to witness In the home and family Mark 5:18-19 pp Luke 8:38-39 See also 2 Kings 5:1-3; John 1:41 To individuals John 1:40-42 See also John 4:7-26; Acts 8:30-35 To assembled groups Acts 17:17 See also Acts 5:42; Acts 16:13; Acts 19:8-9 Methods of witnessing Sharing personal testimony John 4:29 See also Acts 22:3-8 Paul uses the account of his conversion in witnessing. Explaining the Scriptures Acts 8:30-35 See also Isaiah 53:7-8; Psalm 119:172; Acts 17:1-3,10-12 Using prophetic gifts Answering questions Colossians 4:6 See also John 9:8-11,15-17,24-25; 1 Peter 3:15 Through writing John 20:31 See also Luke 1:1-4 Through holy living Matthew 5:16 See also 1 Peter 3:1-2 Through acts of devotion Matthew 26:6-7 pp Mark 14:3 See also Luke 7:36-38; John 12:1-3 The manner of witnessing With love Mark 10:21 See also Philippians 1:15-17 With urgency 2 Corinthians 5:20 See also Ezekiel 33:7-9 Fearlessly Ephesians 6:19-20 See also Acts 4:29 Clearly and courteously 1 Peter 3:15 See also Acts 26:1-3; Colossians 4:4-6 See also
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