But do you think his scare tactics accomplished his real goal—improving the morality of the "sinners" and prompting religious revival? Are scare tactics still an effective persuasive method in today's world? What are some other alternatives to persuade people, or is fear the best method? Explain thoroughly

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Read SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD , by Rev. Jonathan Edwards

There is no doubt that Edwards’ fiery sermon did instill fear and create hysteria among its original audience. The sermon continues to intimidate listeners and readers today. Certainly, Edwards succeeded in his scare tactics.

But do you think his scare tactics actually accomplished his real goal—improving the morality of the “sinners” and prompting religious revival?

Are scare tactics still an effective persuasive method in today’s world?

What are some other alternatives to persuade people, or is fear the best method?

Although Edwards' sermon is still today considered as one of the catalysts for the First Great Awakening, is full of scare tactics such as a graphic description of Hell as real, which can make "sinners" repent out of fear, yet not out of a real improvement of their morality.  

Explanation:

Scare tactics, such as Edwards', are still being used today, especially in religion, despite its effectiveness decreasing. Fear is not the best tool for persuasion. People today feel more attracted to positive messages than negative ones, and persuasion is more effective when based on a more empathetic approach.

no it is not a sin or wrong to be gay. you can be whoever you want just dont hurt anybody or kill anybody. god gave us freewill so we could do whatever we want and be whoever they want to be. all those other people who think gay is bad they are wrong, they can love whoever they want longs they don't hurt or kill each other.

being gay is not a sin or wrong. if you are gay then you have our support and love. cause lets face it, love is love and no bully will ever stop us from being who we are. we are human and we can be different. being different is what makes us humans.

its okay to be gay everyone.

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