Baseball ( Holy Teaching )

Talking about Jesus to someone who dose not know Christ, is like playing baseball.  When they ask that first question the ball has been pitched and is headed your way.  To many people try swinging for the bleachers.  This is not a good tactic when speaking with those with a lot of questions.  Instead of swinging for the bleachers, try taking it one base at a time.  Home plate introduce the “cast of characters”.  Let them ask questions.  First base Review what was learned at home plate, the basics, maybe the creation, the ten commandments, a few Psalms, and the basic teachings of Christ.  This should be a good start, again let them ask questions.  Second base Review what was learned at first base, more in depth with the teachings of Christ, teachings from the prophets, more psalms and proverbs, answer any questions so far.    Third base review all that has been learned so far, answer any additional questions, prepare to wrap it up and bring them back home.

Why should they ask questions and not just listen?  By asking questions you can fill in any “blanks” that may have come up. As much as you are to lead the conversation, their questions help direct the teaching, so that nothing gets missed.  If they ask a question you can’t answer, do not send them off to find the question themselves, go with them to find that answer.  Remember Jesus is your guide in the journey.  Likewise you are their guide through the journey.