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Cycle of Evangelism by Emmanuel Institute of Evangelism

1.) Prepare the soil What is the soil of a person?Mark 4:14-15-the heart How are people prepared to receive the seed (God's Word)? Acts 10:38 What are the characteristics of someone who is prepared to receive God's Word?Matt 5:6 Mingle with others and show an interest in them F.O.R.T-Family, Occupation, Religion, Testimony S.H.I.R.T-Self, Hobbies, Interests, Religion, Testimony Types of soil-Matthew 13 Beaten path-indifferent to truth vs 19 Stony Ground-open to message but not life changing results vs 21 Thorny Ground-Allow habits and practices of "old life" and cares of this world to "choke" the power of the Word in their lives vs 22 Good ground-desire to know the Truth so that it may transform their lives-vs 23 By Pastor Shane of Hattiesburg Seventh Day Adventist Church behind Home Depot Also the Pastor in the Laurel church and Columbia church 2.)Seed Sowing What is the seed? Luke 8:11-The word Why is it essential to sow seed? Mark 4:8, Romans 10:14-15 3.) Cultivation Water-Prayer for the Holy Spirit to reach the heart Fertilizer-Regular Bible study, help in applying the word to practical areas of life, church fellowship and activities, seminars, etc. Weeding-Changes in lifestyle habits and beliefs Protection from Elements-False Doctrines, overexposure to too much truth too fast, extremes, well-meaning people and materials, etc What important decision will lead your interest from cultivation to harvest? Acts 2:37-38 Cultivation is the longest of any of the stages in the cycle of personal evangelism 4.)Reaping Baptism is the outward symbol of an inward commitment to follow Christ and the teachings of His Word. How can we know when an interest is genuinely ready for the harvest of baptism? Mark 4:20, Matthew 3:8, Luke 15:6-7, Romans 6:1-6 The Heart-Is there a genuine interest in Jesus and His Word? The Mind-Is there an accurate understanding of the fundamental teachings of the Bible? The Life-Is the practical life in harmony with the teachings of God's Word? 5.)Preservation and Reproduction When Jesus gave the Great Commission to go and make disciples, who was He speaking to? Who is the "them" in Matthew 28:18? If the twelve disciples were already baptized by John (Luke 7:29-30), why did Jesus call them to follow him? Luke 6:40, Luke 19:10, 1 John 2:6 Acts 1:8 A true disciple: 1) crucifies self-selfish ease, habits and ambitions in order to live a life of service to God Luke 9:23-25, 57-62, 14:25-33 2.) Devotes to being with Jesus and becoming like Him-filling the life with those things that will promote spiritual growth and fulfill spiritual rather than earthly goals Luke 6:40, John 8:31-32, 13:13-15, 35 3.)Studies, practices, and works to become effective in winning souls to Christ as the central purpose in life-just it was for Jesus Mark 1:17, Luke 9:60, Matthew 28: 18-20, Luke 6:40 Save this on Delicious Trying to be an ambassador of Christ. Nurturing people through my life.

Interpretation of Proverbs 31 virtuous woman from Wife 101 by A'ndrea J. Wilson

Verse 1-9 inform us that King's Lemuel mother imparted words of wisdom upon him, including the importance of his relationship with women Verse 10 a virtuous woman is a rarity and valued above the treasures of this world Verse 11 the impact of this woman on her husband, his ability to trust and believe in being connected to her Verse 12 focused on the idea that she builds her husband up instead of tearing him down Verse 13 being a hard worker and willing to help, build, and create Verse 14 what this woman brings to the marriage, her no tangible assets Verse 15 highlights her prayer life and willingness to prepare her family for their day Verse 16 the importance of prioritizing and not ever over committing oneself Verse 17 the need for physical, mental, and spiritual strength Verse 18 she lets her light continually shine Verse 19 demonstrates her skillfulness Verse 20 establishes her giving nature Verse 21 identifies her job as a preparer for the family Verse 22 displays her self-care and love Verse 23 the success of her husband because of who she is Verse 24 introduces her as a money-maker and businesswoman Verse 25 wearing her dignity and confidence Verse 26 appreciate her kind and wise words Verse 27 points out her contentment Verse 28 positive outlook her children have of her Verse 29 her husband's adoration for her Verse 30 emphasizes godliness over beauty and charm Verse 31 rewarded by the fruit she bears Qualities if virtuous woman Rare, valuable, capable, intelligent, honorable, trustworthy, motivating, comforting, encouraging, merciful, willing, resourceful, hard-working, prepares, prays, does not obligate herself, prioritizes, conserves, is mentally, physically, and spiritually strong, faithful, illuminating, skillful, giving, protects, covers, practices self-care, positively influences her husband's success, persuasive, a businesswoman, dignified, wise, kind, content, a blessing to her family, authentic, God-fearing, and fruitful Save this on Delicious

Tornado in Mississippi-my index cards

The church I attend pass out index cards each year. It's funny I received my index cards in the mail the day after the storm hitted. So here's what I wrote: I remember when I didn't know how to get out of my worker's compensation situation, how was I going to move out of MS. Today you answered my disability case with approval (August). Last month you answered my unemployment appeals with a win. I expect that things will get better and better even when it seems like there's a storm coming or I am in a storm. Everything works to my good-either to grow me, mold me, or working through me to help others.Don't forget that God is always there. There's a season for everything. I am glad, He's with me through all of those seasons. Save this on Delicious