Evangelism: Always being loving vs Always being right


Being Right vs Being Loving

When we are prideful, we feel the NEED to prove that we are right.  Loving presentation is key to evangelism.  Is being RIGHT really LOVING?  PROVING you’re right is SELF-ELEVATING at the cost of others.

      What are some ways we can balance BEING RIGHT vs BEING LOVING yet still represent the truth and be faithful to God? (list at least 4 things)

a)      Listen well
b)      Repeat and show understanding of their point of view
c)       Show appreciation for their transparency and willingness to share
d)      Share God’s Word on that issue, not your opinion...why is that important?
e)      Always lead it back to Jesus and salvation

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