The program of a Bible worker during an evangelistic effort is an intensely interesting one, filled with privileges, opportunities, and responsibilities. Bible studies in the homes of the people are, of course, her primary responsibility, but she should ever be on the alert to compass a host of details.
At the beginning of a series of meetings there are announcements to be distributed and personal invitations to be given. While the Bible worker may be responsible for many of these, the burden can be greatly lightened by securing the active co-operation of the church members. By tactful, earnest appeals, she can inspire them to help in the distribution of the handbills and to give many personal invitations to attend the meetings. She can also stimulate and sustain their interest by praying with them for the success of the effort.
Getting acquainted with the people at the meetings is another interesting feature. No hard-and-fast rules can be laid down; one must be guided by circumstances. The placing of the Crisis Series books in the hands of the people, as the different subjects are presented, is one excellent method. In many cases these little books awaken a live interest, and the names of interested persons who may be visited later are often secured. While receiving the books in this way places no one under obligation, many are glad to buy them in order to have them permanently.
The Bible worker should be at the place of meeting early, to watch for opportunities to greet the people who come in first. She can also speak to the people as they leave, handing them literature on the subject of the evening. All this helps to gain their confidence for the follow-up work. By watching the interest develop, she knows just when to speak the right word.
Worcester, Mass.