My friend Amy Bobo has reviewed Randy Newman’s book Questioning Evangelism. Here is an excerpt…
Did you know it is possible to present the Gospel by simply asking questions?
Randy Newman, in his book Questioning Evangelism, encourages us to pursue a more open dialogue with those who are seeking Truth. Consider some of the following:
“So, it sounds like you don’t believe in God? I’m interested in hearing your story and understanding why you believe what you do. Would you mind telling me?”
“How do you decide what is right and wrong?”
“How about you? You’ve heard of Jesus. What do you think about Him?”
And then, if a listener seems inquisitive, it might be appropriate to ask, “Are you interested in some verses I read in the Bible that seem to fit with our discussion?”
Basically, you can share your faith and still listen with openness and respect. God doesn’t ask us to try to read another person’s mind, nor does He urge us to push people into a decision. He just asks us to share and let the Holy Spirit draw them to Christ.
Questioning and Listening- How does that help someone make a decision?
As Newman aptly points out, if we look at what Jesus did, He asked pointed questions to those who were truly seeking. When Nicodemus asked Him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus replied, “Why do you call me good?” And to the disciples who were arguing over Jesus’ role in society, He asked, “Who do you say that I am?” Jesus knew the importance of listening to people and letting them talk through their struggles.
Click here to read all of the review.