Telling a friend about Jesus????

Question

Ok i want to tell my nahabor about Jesus Christ and im a little nervouse. got any good bible verses or and suggestions ???? NO joking!!!!

and if ur not going to give me advice ,dont bother answering!!!! Becuase im going to tell him:)

ok if ur going to sya DONT then DONT ANSWER!!!!!!! IM NOT GOING TO PAICK A DONTER!!!!!! SAY YES 4 once!!!!!!

and im going to church so bye yall:)

Answer 1

i think what your doing is great so dont be nervous just go over there and tell him what you know

Answer 2

John 3:16, John 1:12, John 14:6, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:9-13, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, and so much more great verses to share with your neighbors.

Answer 3

This will not be a joke nor is it meant to offend anyone. Our faiths/beliefs/religious affiliations are very personal issues to each of us.

Since you don't say so, I'll assume your neighbor is not of the same faith as you are, or perhaps not of a Christian based faith system. Remember however, what they believe is no less valid to them, than your belief in Jesus and all your religious upbringing.

That said, if you opened a general discussion about each belief, and shared rather than opposed each other in some debate situation, you will both be more open to learning, and in fact might. I can equate that to either of you assuming the other needs to be "converted" and on some levels the act of attempting to convert another is selfish, and often self serving. To that neighbor, who might be well educated? Already have some knowledge of who Jesus was, and his importance to you? Be culturally evolved enough to chat without putting up blocks? It's quite likely that in mutual acceptance and tolerance, there can be a peace, understanding, and a bonding with that neighbor.

Rememeber what I offered; we all may feel OUR beliefs are the right ones,,,some even profess their beliefs to be the ONLY valid ones, but at the end of the day, knowledge about another, will at the very least, be enlightening.

Rev. Steven

Certainly, in your situation, if I was you, I'd speak of what I know about the MAN , Jesus, as opposed to offering opinions. In that way any conversation can easily remain nonconfrontational.

Answer 4

If your neighbor is your friend, then ask them if they wouldn't mind talking about religion. If they're not friends of yours I wouldn't just knock on their door and say something like "would you like to hear about the good news?". If this is the beginning of your missionary work then you have to start somewhere...just be ready for alot of rejection.

The best theology speakers are the ones who are versed not only in the "good word" but in the alternate versions of what is in the bible. I'd start with a pair of books written by three authors who did about 20 years of research. The first book is called "Holy Blood, Holy Grail" and the other is "The Messianic Legacy." If your faith is strong and true, then nothing anyone could throw at you will sway your belief and you'll have the ammunition to continue a smart conversation.
Cheers!

Answer 5

Discussing Jesus can make a lot of people uncomfortable, as you can see from the previous answers. If you're already aware that your neighbor is interested, than by all means go ahead. If you're unsure, then I would begin discussing with them how you came to know Jesus and how it has affected you more so than trying to explain how you think they need to change anything with their life. It is a process. If you push too hard too soon, people run. Be there for support, not confrontation.

Answer 6

I dont know your age or your beliefs exepting your question...
But if you are in teen years, ...try buying a good Christian rock CD for them to check out. You need to try and relate to the person on THEIR level. Invite them to your church after a sleepover or something... If you dont want to scare them away from you, let go and let God. Find a way to incorporate your beliefs into doing something with that person, this way they dont feel like you are a freak, or trying to cram something down their throat, or whatever. As you live your life and have a friendship with them, they WILL get curious and ask questions, then...you can incorporate the salvation plan into it...slowly, nicely, and naturally.

Answer 7

Think of it this way: you are selling something you think they really need. The psychological stress is the same. Identify a moment when it would be APPROPRIATE to bring up, then make sure you leave them room to ask.

For instance, let's say their dog dies or something (I am making this up) and you show moral strength. Your neighbor says, wow, I wish I was like you, you are "strong". It would be OK to say, hey man Jesus guides me or whatever.

DON'T push Jesus like he's Mary Kay cosmetics or something. That's a real turn-off and you will turn your neighbor into an enemy.

Answer 8

Here's a suggestion... Don't. Nothing makes people madder than a bible thumper pushing their views on others. Now, if you are living a good Christian life, and your neighbor can see that, and they ask you about Jesus... that is different. Go ahead and share your feelings.

Answer 9

Spend time getting to know your neighbour. If he is interested he will show it. Dont have the hidden agenda of trying to get them converted. If you dont like them, dont get them saved. The un believers can see through that. If you do like them, be open, courties and answer all their questions if you can. and remember.... if you dont know the answer to their question, for crying out loud say 'I dont know". Dont try and make it look like you have the answers, they will see through it, and you will be seen as 'fake'.
Investigate your beleifs, so you know what exactly it is you believe.
How can tell someone about Jesus, if you dont know how to communicate to them.
Good luck and remember. Answer all their questions. You will know your neighbour better than anyone at church.
Be more tolerant than them, more peacefull, more respectfull.

merry christmass

Answer 10

Just tell him what you know. Bible verses are fine if you want to preach, but a deeper more personal understanding comes from free thought and speech

Answer 11

just let them know your love for Christ and you would like to share some thoughts. They will either listen or shut you up. But a weight will be lifted in either case, and you would make Jesus smile. good luck.