He approached the Gentiles, not by exalting the law at first, but by exalting Christ, and then showing the binding claims of the law. He showed them plainly how the light from the cross of Calvary gave significance and glory to the whole Jewish economy. Thus he varied his manner of labor, always shaping his message to the circumstances under which he was placed; and though after patient labor he was successful to a large degree, many would not be convinced. There are some who will not be convinced by any presentation of the truth. The laborer for God should, nevertheless, study carefully the best method, in order that he may not arouse prejudice or stir up combativeness in his hearers.

Han nærmede sig hedningene, ikke først for at ophøje loven, men for at ophøje Kristus, og så vise dem lovens bindende krav. Han viste dem klart hvordan lyset fra Golgatas kors lagde vægt på og ærede hele den jødiske husholdning. På den måde varierede han sin arbejdsmetode, og tilpassede altid sit budskab til de forhold han var placeret under; og gennem sit tålmodige arbejde havde han i stor grad succes, mange ville ikke overbevises. Der er nogle, som ikke vil blive overbevist af nogen fremstilling af sandheden. Men alligevel skal Guds medarbejder omhyggeligt studere den bedste metode for ikke at skabe fordom eller opildne til strid hos sine tilhørere.