Not long after it's foundation, Christianity spread quickly. One of the most effective early Christian missionaries was a man named Paul. Read the following text. Imagine you were trying to convince someone else to join a group you were a part of, like Paul was doing with Christianity. What would you do or say to try and convince someone to join your group? Remember you need at least 4 sentences in your answer to receive full credit.

The apostle who did the most to spread the message of Jesus, Paul, had in fact never met Jesus. Paul helped transform what was a Jewish movement into a religion that appealed to gentiles, or non-Jews.

Originally named Saul, he came from Tarsus, a prosperous city in Asia Minor.

Saul changed his name and his mission. As Paul, he went from being one of Christianity's most determined enemies to one of its most fervent advocates. For the next twenty years, Paul traveled throughout the empire, preaching the message of Jesus. Since Paul spoke and wrote Greek, he could communicate with gentiles in a language they understood.

During his long travels, Paul stayed in touch with distant Christian communities by writing long letters, or epistles (ih-PIH-suhlz). The epistles explained Jesus' message and offered practical guidance. Many of Paul's epistles became part of the Christian Bible. Through Paul's efforts, the message of Jesus spread from a handful of Jews in the area near Jerusalem to gentiles throughout the eastern Mediterranean and finally even to Rome itself.

Ideas for convincing people

1. Know your audience and their interests
Understanding the subtle differences between the people you’re speaking with helps you adjust your behavior to their interests. This could mean using a mellow tone of voice with a reserved person to put them at ease or emphasizing how doing things your way will save a certain person time.

2. Don’t be pushy
Even if you think your idea is best, a pushy approach only drives people away. Being pushy causes defensiveness and makes people check out before you’re able to give a thorough, convincing pitch. Instead, an assured, straightforward approach shows you’re not mincing words or using manipulative tactics. Listen well and concede if they make a good point.

3. Use positive and engaging body language
Pay close attention to your nonverbal communication — positive body language draws people in and may make them more receptive to your ideas. Some techniques include uncrossing your arms, making eye contact, leaning toward the person speaking, and using a passionate tone. How you say something is just as important as what you have to say.

4. Get to the point
Nobody enjoys burdensome, complex explanations — they’re tiresome and boring, and your ideas seem less appealing. Speaking to your audience in a straightforward, transparent manner makes your point understandable and enjoyable, and shows you’ve thought deeply about the topic.

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