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HOW TO BECOME A RADICAL SOUL WINNER

Soul winning is the act of sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others, with the goal of leading them to a personal relationship with God. A soul winner is someone who actively seeks to share the Good News of salvation with others, often using personal testimony, scripture, and prayer to guide people to faith.

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The Greek word for soul winning is ψυχαγωγία (psychagōgia), but the more commonly used term is ψυχαγωγέω (psychagōgeō) which means "to win souls" or "to lead souls to salvation".

However, the New Testament uses several other words related to soul winning:

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1. Εὐαγγελίζω (Euangelizō): Means "to preach the Gospel" or "to announce the Good News" (Matthew 11:5, Mark 1:14).

2. Κηρύσσω (Kērussō): Means "to proclaim" or "to preach" (Matthew 3:1, Acts 8:5).

3. Διακονέω (Diakoneō)*: Means "to serve" or "to minister" (Matthew 20:26, Acts 6:2).

Breakdown of Ψυχαγωγία (Psychagōgia):

- Ψυχή (Psychē)*: Means "soul" or "life" (Matthew 16:26, Mark 8:36).

- Ἀγωγή (Agōgē): Means "leading" or "guiding" (Acts 20:1, 1 Corinthians 12:31).

So, ψυχαγωγία (psychagōgia) literally means "leading souls" or "guiding souls to salvation".

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 CHARACTERISTICS OF A SOUL WINNER:

1. Passion for the lost: A soul winner has a deep concern for those who don't know Jesus Christ.

2. Knowledge of the Gospel: A soul winner is familiar with the Bible and can clearly communicate the message of salvation.

3. Boldness and courage: A soul winner is willing to take risks and face rejection in order to share the Gospel.

4. Compassion and empathy: A soul winner shows genuine care and understanding for those they're sharing with.

5. Dependence on the Holy Spirit: A soul winner recognizes their own limitations and relies on the power of the Holy Spirit to convict and convert hearts.

THE ROLE OF A SOUL WINNER

1. Sharing the Gospel : Clearly communicating the message of salvation through Jesus Christ.

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2. Discipling new believers: Helping new Christians grow in their faith and develop a deeper understanding of God's Word.

3. Praying for the lost : Interceding for those who don't know Jesus, asking God to open their hearts to the Gospel.

4. Building relationships: Developing friendships and connections with others to create opportunities for sharing the Gospel.