No, this is not US Highway 65 or Route 66, this is the Roman road- an expert Christian witnessing tool. Perhaps we are getting ahead ourselves without first posting a description of witnessing, but we will follow up later. A simple definition that we will go by for now is communicating in some form to a non-Christian, in hopes of converting* them to similar beliefs as yourself.
Witnessing is a difficult and tiring task and should not be attempted by the novice Christian. However, a beginner will appreciate the tried and true method within the Roman Road which lends itself nicely to new learners. If you were intimidated by sharing the entire saga of your Christian faith (called a testimony* in Christianese), and actually having to memorize Scripture* or know something about Jesus, don’t be alarmed! The Roman Road, more formally known as the Roman Road to Salvation, has broken it down into five simple steps that even a Gentile can follow. Simply put, it is a group of Bible verses from the book of Romans, that allows a Christian to explain the path of salvation*. You’re on your own however in explaining the term salvation itself.
Don’t be intimidated during your first encounter with a non-Christian. He’s probably more scared of you, than you are of him. Remain calm, take a deep breath, and invite your new friend to take a walk down the Roman Road.
- Step 1: Romans 3:23- We all have sin in our hearts. We all were born with sin. Action- Admit that you are a sinner
- Step 2: Romans 6:23a- Sin results in death, a physical and spiritual death. Action- Understand that you deserve death for your sin
- Step 3: Romans 6:23b- Salvation is a free gift from God to you! You can’t earn this gift, but you must reach out and receive it. Action: Ask God to forgive you and save you.
- Step 4: Romans 5:8- Jesus died on the cross to pay the price for our sin. He bought us out of slavery to sin and death. Action: Simple, Give your life to God.
- Step 5: Romans 10:13- Anyone who calls to Jesus will be saved. Action: Call out to God in the name of Jesus and ask him to “come into your heart”*
Good for you! You’ve shared the five steps! Your non-Christian friend at this point might appear slightly frightened or be slowly backing away. A valuable phrase in a situation like this is “Do you hear God knocking on your heart’s door? Just open the door and ask Him to come into your heart.” If you’re friend still appears unimpressed by your imaginative and original statements, he is obviously in need of the good news*, and you should share this helpful little diagram below:
Follow up with statements such as, “Are you ready to cross over? What is stopping you?”
The Roman Road- clearly a priceless utensil in the toolbelt of Christian witnessing.
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