CONTENTS THE PRINCIPLES BEHIND Christianity Explained Preparing yourself for evangelism Principle 1: Assume nothing! Principle 2: Proceed slowly Principle 3: Limited time-commitment The three fears THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO USE Christianity Explained One to one Personal experiences of Christianity Explained used one to one Where next? Follow-up
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OTHER WAYS TO USE Christianity Explained Small groups Area visitation Evangelistic services Other practical methods
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THE SIX STUDIES Introduction Study 1: Jesus – the Son of God Study 2: Jesus – his death on the cross Study 3: Jesus – his resurrection Study 4: Grace – not works! Study 5: What is a Christian? 1. Repenting Study 6: What is a Christian? 2. Believing
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The twenty most asked questions in the Gospel of Mark
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COPYING MASTERS AND HANDOUT SHEETS
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Course assessment sheet
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