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HE WHO TAUGHT 

He genuinely loved the people He taught. Ed 80.

He was conscious of their worth. DA 353.

He was sympathetic to their conditions and problems. CT 362.

He identified with their interests. DA 152.

He spoke tactfully to them. DA 73.

He spoke to them gently and tenderly. Col 21.

He was patient and forbearing with them. SD 88.

He was earnest and zealous in working with them. CT 262.

He was an example to them. CT 2.

He drew close to them. Ed 231.

Jesus was the greatest teacher the world ever saw. CT 50.

 THE WAY HE TAUGHT

He attracted and held the attention of HIs hearers. CH 387.

He used stories, illustrations, parables, concrete examples,
and common-place things of life to gain attention and to fix
His message in the minds of the people. Col 20.

He spoke simply but not superficially. CT 240.

He dealt with life situations - life's essentials, not mere generalities. Col 23.

He observed the way His audience reacted to his teachings. DA 255.

He varied His message to suit his audience. DA 254.

He did not take His hearers faster than they could go. GW 169.

He encouraged sincere questions. Col 21.

He established meaningful ritual. DA 651.

The Practical Teaching Methods of Jesus Christ

Presented at the Sunday School Teachers' Workshop
of the South Atlantic District
by Edward P. Schuppe

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