How To Get a Home Bible Study
By D.L. Fitch
In the course of making friendly conversation with a friend, relative, fellow-worker, or new acquaintance, casually
ASK…
…friendly questions about their family & occupation, leading to religious subjects:
* “Do you go to church anywhere?” if not, “did you ever go?”
* “What is your experience with the Lord?” or, “What are your personal beliefs?”
* “Do you study the bible much?” or “Have you ever studied the bible?”
* “Have you ever gone through it from the beginning to the end?”
Are you interested in studying the bible?
(Do not wait for answer)
SELL…
…them enthusiastically on the beauty & simplicity of the course – expectantly:
* “I have found a great study going from Genesis through Revelation”
* “It covers the highlights of the old & new testaments simply and clearly”
* “It only takes about one hour per week for around ten weeks”
* “It’s free, I won’t ask you to join our church & you can discontinue anytime.”
Would you like to get together for a study?
(Now, wait for answer)
KEEP…
…your goal in mind (to involve them in a Bible Study as soon as possible):
* “What is a god day for you? What is a convenient time to have it?”
* “Is your house a good place? I’ll arrange to take care of the children.”
* “Can I please have your name, address, and phone number?”
* “Give or send a brochure. Call same day of study to confirm appointment.”
Note: If they say, “no”, respond kindly with: “I understand if you change your mind, I’ll be happy to give one.”