People will low self esteem and lack of love are often very receptive to the gospel. However, the author mentions that one who is hostile is better than one who is a "yes, yes" man. Humans naturally want to be persuaded in some things and not in others. Another aspect of human character is that people tend to follow groups. Still further, praise encourages people to do well, whereas rebuke hardens them. The example was given that a car sales man wants you to test drive, and a retailer wants you to try it on. The Bible teacher needs to have an even greater
People will low self esteem and lack of love are often very receptive to the gospel. However, the author mentions that one who is hostile is better than one who is a "yes, yes" man. Humans naturally want to be persuaded in some things and not in others. Another aspect of human character is that people tend to follow groups. Still further, praise encourages people to do well, whereas rebuke hardens them. The example was given that a car sales man wants you to test drive, and a retailer wants you to try it on. The Bible teacher needs to have an even greater