How Do I Start?

Evangelism. Everything about it seems scary- Asking people about the most important thing in their lives, trying to teach them about something we don't even fully understand. It can get your heart racing just thinking about it!

Starting an evangelistic conversation with others doesn't have to be as scary as it seems. Let me enlighten you with just a couple methods I have seen work before.

Method #1- "What did you do this weekend?": It's a simple question with an easy answer. After they tell you about their weekend, tell them about yours and include that you went to church on Sunday. Ask them if they go to church. If they say yes, ask them where they go. Ask them about their "realest God moment". If they don't, ask them if they believe in a God. Carry out a conversation from there.

Method #2- "I'm taking a survey for the Something to Say Movement. Do you mind if I ask you a few questions?": This method is most useful when in an environment with unfamiliar people. Use this website as a conversation starter and tell them you are taking a survey! If they agree to talk with you, start by asking them if they attend a church on Sunday (If yes, how often? Every Sunday? When they feel like it?). Ask them if they believe in a God? Ask them if they believe there is a Heaven and/or Hell? Why? Is there an afterlife? Where do you believe you would go if you died right now? You don't have to ask all of these questions, these are just some ideas. From these questions, you've gathered some information and you can now use your knowledge of God's message and share with them what you know is true. Share your testimony with them- how you came to Christ! Something very important to remember when using this method is if they don't seem comfortable talking with you, back off. A conversation like this can make someone feel very vulnerable and can turn them away from God forever. Make sure to approach this person with a friendly personality!

When using either of these methods, it's important to gauge how the other person is feeling. If they feel shy about it, let it go for now pray and wait for another opportunity. It's also important to pray before you go out to do any evangelizing and remember: we don't save people, the Holy Spirit does. We can't force anyone to accept Christ.


In His Service,

Jillian

jillianlangford@sbcglobal.net