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1 | Christianity -- American style vs... | Matt 28:19 | Xerxes | 128169 | ||
Wow, Country Girl. That article was inspiring, and made me feel all bubbly inside. While not quite on that grand of a scale, this sort of thing has already happened to me. Just be the light. I have the reputation at several local bars for being the "bible thumper." There is no one I talk to that doesn't get a dose. I find that the way to witness effectively is to just do it. I don't look for openings. I don't manipulate people into the discussion. I just talk about it as though it were everyday conversation, and with an air about the conversation that silently suggests that only a dummy would think otherwise. This is not to say that I insult them, or even insinuate insult. To give an example, I broke up a fight at one of the bars. To do this, I exercised humility, meekness, patience, and told the man very plainly, "Look brother, Jesus wants us to love one another. Remember, we should turn the other cheeck and not render evil for evil." I still get a laugh from it. The guy looked at me as though I was crazy, and says, "Are you being serious?" To which, ten other people outside said, "Yeah, he's being serious. He's all into that stuff." *laugh* The man went home in peace, did not continue the fight, and didn't come back later for revenge. The next time I saw him, you'd have thought I was his best buddy. Just remember, witnessing is more than telling. It is living. It is life, not the story of what life should be. YOU aren't the one being strange by talking about it. THEY are being strange for not acting on the conviction. Always remember that your good conversation in Christ will shame those that think to do you evil. I hope I was able to edify. Xerxes |
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2 | Christianity -- American style vs... | Matt 28:19 | Country Girl | 128221 | ||
Yes, it's so good to read your story. I'm glad you're able to visit places like that and be a beacon for God's light. I don't think I could do that near as well as you. My talents lie in other areas. I'm just thankful that we're all blessed with different talents and God looks at us as a whole family. Blessings to you. Country Girl | ||||||