The Three “Do-Nots” of Open Air Preaching—OBEYED!
On Friday I posted the three “Do-Nots” of open air preaching which were: #1: Do Not hold a Bible and wave it when preaching in the open air; #2: Do Not forget to stand on something; and #3: Do Not forget to smile every now and then. (Read the article here.)
What inspired me to write about these tips was an article sent to me from a new open air preacher in Canada, Paul Latour, who along with his adventures preaching at a “Gay Pride Parade”, also included some photos that caused me some alarm: He violated all of the “DO-NOTS”.
He has since been chastened and sent me a photo proving that he takes correction well.
You go, Paul!
September 2nd, 2008 at 5:58 pm
Hi Steve,
I generally hold a Bible while open air preaching. And I even use it to point. I see nothing wrong with it.
September 2nd, 2008 at 9:33 pm
That is too funny.
September 3rd, 2008 at 9:16 am
Downtown Leon Brown:
That’s okay. It makes for a great shield when deflecting stones and bottles… :>)
September 4th, 2008 at 9:22 pm
I completely agree with you Steve.
The 3 “do-nots” are practical. I understand that not everyone will agree with them and God will still use them regardless.
However, we are supposed to be as “wise as serpents and gentle as doves”. Personally I do not believe waving a big black Bible around is very wise. Your only likely to antagonize instead of drawing people to the main point - the message of the Bible.