Have Spiritual Conversations With Non-Believers
Looking for opportunities to talk with people about spiritual issues
in a friendly and non-threatening way is a way to share the gospel. It
is easy to have spiritual conversations with other believers. It can
seem intimidating and difficult to have a meaningful spiritual
conversation with those who do not consider themselves a Christian. Here
are some things to consider that will help you to draw others into a
sacred conversation.
Scripture:
1 Peter 3:15
"But
sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a
defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is
in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;"
Details:
Using the approach below will help you avoid arguments and help lead into a natural spiritual conversation. Get to know them personally. Most
people love to talk about themselves, their hobbies, their interests,
their job, their family, their history, their dreams. Start with a
natural conversation.
Ask friendly questions. Questions are non-threatening and can help lower defenses. Ask questions such as the following ones.
- What do you believe?
- Who is Jesus to you?
- If you were to die, where would you go?
- Ask if you can pray for them. Even non-believers will be grateful
that you care for them and their needs. Invite them to church or a
fellowship activity.
Attend a Core4Kids Class.
For more Thrive Pathway activities on this topic
#8 Meet people around you
#15 Pray for non-believers
#16 Invite non-believers to church events
#25 Memorize and understand Matthew 28:18-20
#26 Invite non-believers to a worship service
#36 Develop relationships with other culture groups