Thou Shalt Not...
Say ANYTHING about works while presenting the gospel. Do not mention potential martyrdom, necessity of faith and works together, suffering, or any other such troubling teachings.
Thou Shalt Instead...
Present gospel message using colored beads - 3 of which must be the colors black (sin), red (Jesus' blood), and white (cleansing from sin). The acronym ABC (Admit sin, Believe, Confess Jesus as Savior) and/or the Roman's Road are also appropriate.
Reason:
Well, it's just how we've always done it. Plus, we wouldn't want someone to reject the gospel because following Christ is difficult and requires total transformation - we prefer to let them figure out that little detail for themselves after conversion. Additionally, colors and acronyms are catchy and "gospel beads" bracelets make a good VBS craft.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013
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