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2. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com With the nationwide release of The Passion of the Christ, many Christians will be confronted with new opportunities to share their faith.

3. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Both the apostles Peter and Paul taught the early Christians to be effective witnesses by being responsive to nonbelievers.

4. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Peter wrote, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” 1 Peter 3:15, NIV

5. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Paul wrote: “Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity…

6. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com …Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person.” Colossians 4:5,6

7. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Many times the most important part of effective witnessing is listening. After a nonbelieving friend has viewed The Passion, engage them in a conversation about the film.

8. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com First ask, “What did you think?” Their response to this simple question will likely reveal how much they understand about Jesus and His saving work.

9. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Second ask, “How did you feel?” Their answer to this question can give you a sense of how the Holy Spirit is dealing with them.

10. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Let people talk…and listen carefully!

11. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com The conversation can lead to two even more important questions:  Who was Jesus?  Why did He give his life?

12. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Who was Jesus? He was much more than just a teacher and prophet. He was God in human form.

13. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Jesus…  lived a sinless life  sacrificed His life for our sins  conquered death by rising to life again…

14. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Why did He give His life? The Jews and the Romans cannot be blamed for Jesus’ death. His life was not taken from Him. He gave it.

15. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Each of us has sinned and is separated from God.

16. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Jesus, who never sinned, was put to death to pay the penalty for our sins. Death had no power over Him, and after three days He came back to life.

17. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com Now He offers us…  forgiveness of sin  abundant and everlasting life

18. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com A plan of action—  Pray for specific people who will attend the film.  Ask them about what they think and how they feel.  Talk about who Jesus was and why He gave His life.

19. Assemblies of God Commission on Evangelism THE P ASSION howtosharechrist.com  Pray for wisdom and grace in your relationships.  Trust the Holy Spirit to work in the person’s life.