Lecture is Pt. 2 of 3 in a series sponsored by Heidelberg Theological Seminary in Sioux Falls, SD.
I. The Contrast between believers & unbelievers. A. Condition of unbelievers: Ep. 4:17-19; 2:1-3; Col. 1:13-14. B. Condition of believers: Ep. 1:17-19; 2:3-9; 2 Co. 5:16-21. The condition of believers & unbelievers shows a position of favor vs. condemnation - Jn. 3:16-18. This also shows that there is a need for believers to approach unbelievers. The question that must be answered is how the Scriptures instruct Christians to engage non-Christians.
II. Principles & examples that direct Christians in their interaction with the unbeliever. A. Always be ready - 1 Pt. 3:15 Peter & John; Jesus & the woman at the well B. Prepared with prayer - 1 Th. 5:23; 2 Th. 3:1 Paul’s request for boldness C. Know the Scriptures - 2 Ti. 3:14-17 Disciples on the Emmaus Road D. Speak the truth in Love - Ep. 4:15; Mt. 5:44 Jesus & the blind man; Jesus & the adulterous woman E. Not ashamed of the truth - Ro. 1:16 Peter denies Christ; Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego F. Faithful to the truth - 2 Ti. 2:15 Noah, the preacher; Abraham & his sister G. Willing to speak for what is right -Ec. 3:7; Zech. 8:16; Pr. 8:6-8 Lot in Sodom & Gomorrah; Joseph & Potiphar’s wife H. Know when not to speak - Mt. 7:6 Jesus & the Pharisees I. Influential living - Mt.5:13-17; Ph. 2:15-16 Salt & Light; The Unbelieving spouse - 1 Pt. 3:1-2; The man of Ps. 1; Solomon & his many wives
III. Practical rules to direct your interaction with unbelievers: A. Be Prayerful B. Be Clear C. Be Simple D. Be Loving E. Be Informed F. Be Willing to Admit Ignorance G. Be Purposeful H. Be not Alone
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