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“COMEBEMYFOLLOWER”
6 How can we teach with simplicity? One important requirement
is that we use plain language that most people
can readily grasp. The basic truths of God’s Word are not
complicated. Jehovah has revealed his purposes to those
who have sincere and humble hearts. (1 Corinthians 1:
26-28) Simple words carefully chosen can effectively convey
the truths of God’s Word.
7 To teach with simplicity, we must be careful to avoid
overwhelming a Bible student with too much information.
Thus, when conducting a Bible study, we do not
need to explain every detail; nor is it necessary to rush
through the material as if covering a set amount of pages
is of primary importance. Rather, it is wise to let the student’s
needs and abilities determine the pace of the study.
Our goal is to help the student to become a follower of
Christ and a worshipper of Jehovah. To that end, we need
to take whatever time is necessary for the student to get
a reasonable grasp of what he is learning. Only then will
6, 7. (a) To teach with simplicity, why is it important that we use
plain language? (b) How can we avoid overwhelming a Bible student
with too much information?
When you teach,
keep it simple