Features of the Method
- Simple, fun way to share faith on the streets.
- Uses a marked New Testament and a 3×5 card to record blessings shared by an interested person on the streets.
- Low pressure approach, only spirit-led encounters.
- One hour on station with a sharing partner.
- Only 30 minutes of training and preparation required.
- No scripture memorization required.
- Go on any public sidewalk.
Suggested dialogue with a divine appointment on the streets.
Ask : Would you like an encouraging word from God’s word today?
Have them read Matt. 6:31-34
Was that an encouragement to you?
Time for another?
Have them read Phil. 4:4-7
Say: Counting our blessings helps relieve our worries. Any blessings to be thankful for today? Is salvation one of them? Record on the Blessings card for them.
Time for one more verse?
Have them read John 8:12
Say: In three scriptures, we have satisfied the needs of life, eased our minds of worry and been comforted, as a follower of Christ, that we can have light and wisdom from God to see how to live life to the fullest and avoid Satan’s snares.
Ask: Are you a Christ follower?
If they say yes, then ask if they would like to offer a short prayer of thanksgiving for their blessings and the Light of the world, Jesus.
If they say no or not sure, ask it they would like to be?
If yes, suggest: Just pray, asking Jesus to takeover your life, forgive you of your sins and lead you out of the darkness and into his light.
Then offer a testament and their Blessings card with a final word of counsel:
Say: Remember every day to pray, read his word and obey what he tells you to do. Find a protestant church, get baptized and become active in worship services.
Do not engage in a theological debate. If they start questioning the Word or your intentions, refer them to the Gideon App which has answers for common questions about the Bible. If a contentious spirit appears, the Holy Spirit is likely not leading the discussion and it needs to be ended.
Candidates for an offering of an “encouraging word” on a Street Lights Event.
Waiting at a bus or train depot.
Sitting on a bench or walking in a city park.
Sitting on a bench or walking on Courthouse grounds.
Walking to or from a college class.
Sitting or lounging on the sea shore.
Preferably not to:
An employee serving the public at a restaurant, etc. Imposing on establishment owner’s time.
One or more individuals rushing to get somewhere. Difficult to get attention to read scriptures.
Street Lights Witnessing 