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How does the Colombo Tactic start in conversations about moral accountability?
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By asking if people who commit moral crimes ought to be punished.
What dilemma does one face when addressing the exclusivity of Christ in conversations?
Balancing the need to convey the message without reinforcing negative stereotypes or causing offense.
What is the 'bad news' in the context of moral wrongdoing and accountability?
That both parties agree wrongdoers should be punished and both have done wrong.
How does the analogy of the judge offering a pardon help in presenting the concept of the Gospel?
It shows that people are more open to forgiveness when they recognize their guilt.
Why is directly answering 'The Question' problematic?
It could reinforce negative stereotypes about Christians and their beliefs.
What common ground is established during the first step of the Colombo Tactic?
That people generally agree wrongdoers should be punished and that both parties have done wrong things.
What is 'The Question' commonly faced in conversations about Christianity?
'So you’re saying that anyone who doesn’t believe just like you is going to Hell?'
Why is it important for both parties to recognize a universal problem in the context of moral wrongdoing?
It creates a shared understanding of the need for a solution, paving the way for discussing forgiveness.
What is the Colombo Tactic?
A method of using questions to make a point more effectively in conversations.
What is the significance of establishing moral accountability in conversations about Christianity?
It sets a foundation for discussing the need for forgiveness and the concept of sin.
How does asking questions help in making the conversation more engaging and less confrontational?
It encourages participation from the other person and helps them think through the concepts themselves.
Why is Jesus seen as the solution to the problem of guilt in Christian teachings?
Because he is believed to have taken the punishment on behalf of humanity.
What is meant by 'substitutionary atonement'?
The belief that Jesus takes the punishment on behalf of humanity for their sins.
How does the tactical approach aid in presenting the Gospel?
By making the Gospel relatable and understandable, encouraging engagement rather than confrontation.
Why is it important to have both parties admit to having committed wrong in the Colombo Tactic?
It helps both parties acknowledge their moral failings and the universal problem of guilt.
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