Evangelical Listening: Listening Skills can create Strong Opportunities to Share the Gospel

Abstract

One-on-one communication has the power to change how people perceive each other and their message. Listening is a vital skill in communication, but people may be more concerned about speaking when they should begin with listening. God commands Christians to share the gospel. Enhancing listening skills is a valuable way to help this mission. In this study, I intend to show the dramatic impact that listening can have on how other people perceive each other and help communication from a Scriptural perspective. This paper will look at listening from both the listener's perspective and the perspective of the person speaking. The overall focus will remain on the benefits of using good listening skills as we seek to evangelize to others.