Believers, I am a young believer, tell me how to preach in a peaceful way. My questions only cause hate?

Question

Give me some good instructions, everyone, even believers, hate my questions
They find them too crusade like

Answer 1

Yahoo! Answers is not for preaching. People aren't going to respond kindly if you preach here.

Answer 2

People dislike your questions so much because you're implying they're ignorant and because you're saying everyone who doesn't believe exactly what you believe is going to hell. Whether you mean to or not, you're acting like you're inherently superior to everyone else because you believe in Christ. Also, your questions don't seem to be genuinely looking for thoughtful answers, but are instead simply meant to be provocative.

I'm sorry for being so blunt, but if you're interested in preaching in a peaceful way, then you need to change the way you go about things. First of all, stop trying to preach. No one is going to be convinced to follow Christ by you saying 'Nonbelievers of Christ, where do u think you'll go when you die?' or 'All, you atheists out there. I'm a believer, why don't you believe in a loving savior who died for your sins?' Now if you want to convert other Christians try provoking a debate on Bible passages. If you don't understand something about another religion, then ask. If you want to convert atheists, then first of all ask - in a noninflammatory manner - why they don't believe in the existance of a god. You don't even have to mention you're Christian. From there, take the answers you receive and challenge them in a calm and logical manner. If people say there is no evidence of Christ's existance, then present evidence and ask for their opinion or response. If people say they can't see how a loving God would allow the Holocaust to occur, then perhaps you should ask that question. There will be plenty of people on both sides willing to offer their views. A debate like this can help people reconsider their own beliefs. And most importantly of all, you must act like a Christian. Do not insult people. Try to be understanding. Let others see God's love in you. As St. Francis once said, 'Preach at all times. If necessary, use words.'

Answer 3

You might want to share some of your questions. But consider this, why do you believe that you should be preaching at this time? You say you are a young believer, it is time to be discipled, learn to live your life totally for God, and be a witness in everything that you do. There's a common phrase, WWJD. Think about that as you are about to speak. Sometimes you will be reviled because of Him (He even said so). You should find out more of what people mean when they say you are "toocrusade like". That could mean a lot of things.

Answer 4

Spreading the Word of God is an important mission. You should be commended for desiring to preach at your age. Just remember, that the Gospel is God's work, and you must diligently prepare yourself while you are young to understand and learn the Word of God, follow the teachings of the Savior, and always strive to live the Gospel in your life.

Seek not first to declare His word, but first seek to obtain His word, and then, if it is His will, God shall give you inspiration through the Holy Ghost. You must learn to love the people you teach with all your heart. You will face a lot of hatred because of your message, not because of you. Remember, Jesus himself faced unbearable hatred during His ministry, as did all of his apostles.

Answer 5

As you grow in God, continue to ask for Wisdom. Also ask God to show you how to reach the heart of the people as a reflection of God's love for them. Remember you are a messenger, truth and integrity are very important, but with the help of God you can fulfill His Will. People are not going to like everything that you say, but just make sure that you are speaking the words that God would have you to speak, and at the time that God would have you to speak. God will give you the wisdom and the heart to know how to be effective in reaching souls for the kingdom. Remember that spreading the Love of Christ is what is most important.

Answer 6

Read Proverbs. A gentle answer turns away wrath. First live what you preach.... and second be gentle and merciful to others. Preach out of love for people ... rarely preach in anger unless you have good cause.

You want people to listen? You must create a need in their lives so they will want to listen to you. 1 Corinthians 13... are you preaching in love or are you a clanging cymbal?

Answer 7

Dear Jordan, I already answered to one of your questions couple minutes ago. You are a child of God. Your heart is pure. I think that you are doing great!! Like now, you are seeking to better yourself because you have tasted hate from evil doers...You cannot please God and them...so do not worry. If you, I mean all of you would just find my previous answer to Jordan, you know what I mean by evil doers. When you want to spread the word of God, you will find that you need to teach something people do not learn from this world. This is not a popularity contest, do not get hurt if people insult you for your believes. Pray for the wisdom from God.

Always go to people's profile and you will learn what they answers and questions are like. Do not get hurt by what mean people say to you..just think " Isn't that interesting?"...and consider the source. We indeed are in the winning team.

I can see that you love the Lord. Let God guide your heart. You will never please everyone, so concentrate pleasing God. I know Jesus is so proud of you!!

Answer 8

I just read some of the answers for this question. Non harsh - all good - loving - now whats holding ya back go shout it from the mountains! Just remember to be careful climbing those mountains and not step on anyones toes, and carry plenty of love in your heart, and a whole lot of forgiveness too. Love ya

Answer 9

Just do your best to be kind and always remeber that you do not want to be too "preachy" because you can push a lot of people away like that. Also, keep in my that not everyone you talk to believes and the best way to get them to listen is to be interesting and not so "by the book". Keep trying you will get it right. I will pray that you find the right way for you.

Answer 10

Well, some people are going to take your questions harshly regardless of how nice you make them seem. However, Jesus said to say and do everything in a loving manner. Try quoting a lot of scripture to so that you can back up what you say. Be careful which ones you use though, because some can easily be taken out of context.

Answer 11

Sometimes people need more than someone just telling them so, its easier when they see how u live in love and joy and when u go threw hard times (REALLY HARD 2) and u stick with the Lord and they see how u dont give up, (sorry run-on sentence) they think "wow, maybe God is real, maybe I should give Him a chance". yeah, i doubt any nonbeliever here on yahoo answers will be converted, but God works in many ways, u never know. Just do your best! God Bless.