LIVING AS CHRISTIANS: Week of February 19 to 25, 2024, How to preach informally naturally, Video: Be ready to preach “the good news of peace.” Take the initiative, Analysis and Answers.

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS: February 19-25, 2024, How to preach informally naturally, Video: Be ready to preach “the good news of peace.” Take the initiative, Analysis and Answers.

How to preach informally in a natural way (10 mins.) Analysis with the audience. Play the VIDEO Be ready to preach “the good news of peace.” Take the initiative. Then ask:

What ideas from this video will help you become more skilled at informal preaching?

One idea that the video gives us is to simply start a conversation, without feeling the obligation to immediately testify. After taking that step, if both the other person and we feel more comfortable, we can start preaching. The idea is not to force the situation, but rather to let it happen spontaneously.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

We must observe details, depending on the place where we are, for example in the case of the sisters, she was in a restaurant. So seeing that they had both chosen the same menu was an opportunity to find common ground with the person she wanted to preach to. So this way we can have a more authentic conversation and this will facilitate communication when we are observers and start a conversation naturally.

Also an idea that the video gives us is to look the person in the eyes and smile. If they smile back, we can make a passing comment. If the person reacts well, that will set the tone and give us the confidence to continue the conversation.

Another idea that we found in the video is to be observant or listen carefully to look for common ground or to try to discern what aspect of the good news might interest the person. In this way we could be more effective when breaking the ice to start the conversation.

In the video we also find another very important idea, that is to show kindness. For example, we could say hello, say phrases like Bon appetit, enjoy your food. We could also make comments that include questions such as: What good service this place has, don't you think, or any other comment in this style that breaks the ice and creates a comfortable and friendly environment, since the most difficult thing is getting started. After this, we will have to be observant to perceive what topic the person might be interested in to make a comment or a well-thought-out question that allows us to continue the conversation naturally.

The video gives us the idea of ​​​​looking for a common point to make a passing comment, but what will it have the intention of breaking the ice and creating a cordial atmosphere. In this case, it prompted the person to make a comment about the brothers' clothing and that led to a conversation about the way Jehovah's Witnesses dress.

Talking about topics that we have in common can help us be more skillful in preaching. We must also be alert to any opportunity that presents itself to speak of the good news of the Kingdom, but we must not do so hastily or worse yet make the person feel uncomfortable due to a forced conversation. If we follow the guidelines that the slave gives us through this video we can be more skilled in informal preaching.

By preaching informally we learn that we can look for common ground and take advantage of opportune moments, since in this way informal preaching can become more effective and genuine, creating stronger connections with those who are trying to communicate the message of the Kingdom.

In conclusion, when we do not force things and try to talk to people about something we have in common, opportunities to preach to them usually arise by themselves. 

The following ideas will help you start conversations:

Every time you leave the house, be on the lookout for any opportunities to start a conversation. Ask Jehovah to help you and direct you to good-hearted people.

Be friendly and interested in the people you meet. Try to find some details about them that will help you know what biblical teachings might appeal to them.

If appropriate, give the person your contact details and ask them for theirs.

Don't be discouraged if the conversation ends before you can preach.

Keep thinking about the person after the conversation. Show her that you care by sending her a link to a Bible text or an article on the jw.org site.

Try this: If someone asks you how your weekend was, tell them something you learned at the meeting or tell them about your work as a Bible teacher.