How do you prove someone scriptural wrong without them feeling offended?

Answer 1

Show References in Godly love but if they are in another belief system well you know you must move from arguments and debates because it grieves the Holy Spirit.

Shalom
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Answer 2

In my opinion, that is not something within your control. What people will feel about what you said is not something you can determine or control. What you can do, is to take the Scriptural advice, and correct with love and gentleness. But never be afraid to offend others with the Word of God, so long as your conscience is clear that you meant no malice. Paul rebuked Peter in the face, and we are told to stand up to false teachers. But do invite the other person to a dialogue, telling him that you do not agree with his belief and that you would like him to allow you to offer your reasons why. Lastly, make sure that your position is Scripturally right! Or at least that you are capable of a reasoned defense of your own beliefs.

Answer 3

This tends to be a very difficult thing to do without offending the other person.

Is your approach of "proving" absolutely necessary? That is, you emerge "winner" of the argument? I think sometimes the best approach is not to set out trying to win a point, but just to share your thoughts. You listen respectfully to the other person's view, then you can simply say...."interesting, well, here is how I look at it..."

Then leave it and give the other person space to consider what you have said. Remain warm and respectful and maybe there will be other opportunities to engage the discussion, and maybe some day that person will come around to seeing your point.

On the other hand, that person may never concede, but at least if you have listened to his/her point of view, you will understand why and hopefully maintain the friendship agreeing to disagree.

Answer 4

Sometimes people are offended. Sometimes the truth hurts. If you're trying to prove them wrong just so that you can be right, then back down.

If you're being led by the Spirit, then let the Comforter deal with the feelings. Go into the situation in love and not righteousness then just let life happen.

You can't always worry about what other people think or feel.

Answer 5

Just say what you have to say. No one seems to care if they offend others with their questions why should you worry about proving someone wrong. Not only that if they are wrong they will probably appreciate you setting them straight with the real scripture. I know I would accept it if someone told me. We have a responsibility to get it right. We all need an accurate knowledge of God and of the one whom He sent forth, Jesus Christ.

Answer 6

Are you asking how to tell some one their position or actions are scripturaly wrong?... if so, then you first need to be absolutly certain that you are correct in your interpritation of scripture. If you are then you need to be prepaired to state it and show it and show how it relates to the action you think is not scriptural.... just be a polite as you know how and state the facts.

If it is a problem within the church you attend you go to the person alone first. If they do not listen then you go to a decon or elder and present the facts. If He aggrees with you then you both go to the person... if that dose not work then your church leaders need to take firmer action according to scripture.

Answer 7

Allow the Spirit of G-d to reveal it to them. You just keep loving on them.Unless it is a doctrinal error, try not to use the Scripture to correct. You can be totally "right" but be totally wrong by having a condescending attitude when you correct them.

Answer 8

Don't.

Leave them alone.

People usually don't like other people "proving" them wrong; it's natural to feel offended by someone who thinks they know better than you.

Answer 9

By saying something to the effect that you

have "conflicting views" because the bible says ...(quote chapter & verse)... therefor you're lead to believe ..."

be polite. Afterall, if you're purpose is to enlighten someone, or even encourage them to give something a second look; The very worst thing you can do is "step on their toes" (or offend them)

God Bless.

I also agree with "Sawyer".

Answer 10

You do not prove someone being wrong. You aware them, not fix it for them. You are the seed and God is the tree. Plant whatever it is, a mistake, dicisions, anything into their hearts and let God show them the way. If it is a friend they shall not be offened and if it a believer they shall not be offened. If they are they must figure out in time and through God that they you helped them and the Bible says"they shall return the gift with thanks." Whatever way you do it remember to do it with tenderness, love, caring, devotion, and God.