1. Understanding and Reaching
People of Other Faiths
Jn. 4:22-24, Ac. 17: 22-23; Ruth 1:16-17

2. Windows of opportunity
Introduction:
Windows of opportunity
Missions commitment

3. 1. The Growth of Migrant Populations and Multifaith Community
Eg. Australian Census 2006
418,000
Buddhists
340,000 Muslims
148,000 Hindus

4. 2. Christian Approaches in Outreach
People of Other Faiths as People
People of Other Faiths as Other Religious Systems
C. Effective Methods

5. A. People of Other Faiths as People
People of other faiths are human beings with
needs and aspirations
Avoid stereotypes
Love them into the kingdom

6. B. People of other Faiths as Other Religious Systems.
Islam~ Revelational and Supreme
4 Major Objections to Christianity
i) The Bible is Corrupted
ii) The Trinity vs. Tawhid
iii) The Incarnation and Deity of Christ
iv) The Death and Resurrection of Christ

7. Bridges Within the Quran
Christ – His titles and His miracles
Sacrifice of animals– Atonement
Eschatology --Christ’s return

8. C. The Effective Methods
Generic Considerations: Asian Peoples
Communal peoples
Respect for the elderly
Very hospitable
Non-confrontational
Followership through senior leadership

9. C. The Effective Methods
Approaches to Evangelism:
Entry Points--
One on One
Friendship
Situational
Neutral Places
Bridge building
Superior Gospel Blessings
Man of Peace

10. Some Blocks / Roads to Discipleship
Ancestral worship
Idols
Family Ties--Honour

11. Conclusions
Ooi Chin Aik