Question:
This question comes from a partner asking about how to approach the subject of Jesus with someone. She said, "I nervously walked to my neighbors next door, whom I've never met in person, to share with them an Easter card and to invite them to our church services. We chatted. I was comfortable because they were a very nice young couple, but when it came to asking about their faith, I got scared and never went further to see where they were at. I felt like I stepped up, but sort of failed at the same time. How do you approach the subject of people's faith so it's not pushy or weird?"
Answer
I told her "I really want to commend you for taking this step of faith. Many people freeze and are held back by fear or think they don't have the knowledge and are uncertain what to say. But you've overcome that. You stayed focused on your goal, and you achieved it.
When we talk with others, what matters most is showing a sincere interest in them - that's what Jesus did. He came into our world and became a man to show us the Way. So, next time, as you share or hand out materials, be yourself, stay relaxed, and let love be your motive. Your introduction will be natural and when people see you genuinely care, they will listen to the message that you want to share."
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