Dictionary of Bible Themes: 8497 witnessing, approaches to

8497 witnessing, approaches to

Dictionary of Bible Themes

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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

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

1 Corinthians 14:24-25

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

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