I need help please?

Question

I am a 13 yr. old christian with an unsaved family. I've tried many different things like inviting them to church, pray by myself at the dinner table for them to see, telling them how much joy jesus has brought to my life, and one night when i asked my dad why we didnt go to church as a whole family and he got really upset with me-my brother who is older says there is no god and he gets upset when i say the word church or god and makes fun of me when i read the bible or pray. I am scared they will not find jesus. Please i need your help!

Answer 1

Just don't force it on them. They have to find Jesus for themselves, and just show them how happy you are despite the challenges you face. No matter how much you tell them how happy you are, they have to see it for themselves. You have your whole life to show them, so don't worry about them not being saved. Pray for them every night and let God take care of it.

Answer 2

Bless your heart....I can't imagine how difficult this is for you. My advice to you is keep on keepin' on...keep up the faith, fight the good fight. God has put you in their lives for a reason. If they won't listen to what you say, then let them be saved by watching you live a good Christian life. Always talk about Christ...for instance, "Thank the Lord, I did great on that test." or "I'm so thankful God got me through this difficult time with my friend." And so on...you can include God in your conversation without being so forward. If forward isn't working, try being more subtle...sometimes, that makes all the difference. And PRAY, PRAY, PRAY....God will answer your prayer. It may not be WHEN you think it should, but it'll be done in His perfect timing...be patient. God bless you...

Answer 3

Im so glad even at a very early age you have found god,but honey I tell you this,you cant save everyone.No matter how hard you try all you can do is keep praying for them and keep showing them how much religion means to you.Dont ever turn away from what you believe because of what your parents or brother feels they are the ones missing out,not you.They are the ones that have to make the choice.You being the only one in the household who believes in god is quite amazing in itself.You keep being the person you want to be and whatever you do dont allow the pressure of what everyone around you believe turn your believes around.It seems to me you have more sense than anyone in your household combined.

Answer 4

There is very little you can do to help your family. They recieved free will from God and chose to use it differently then you. Know that you are appreciated among all walks of life. I have great respect for Christians who attempt to save the souls of others. Can you think of a better friend then one who is looking after your soul?

The best you can do is continue to openly practice your faith. Try not to be forceful about it. Often people turn away from religion over a bad series of events when they felt like God betrayed them or is responsible for their failure. Forcing religious ideas on them is only going to strenghen their belief that God hates them. Remember the Lord Jesus Crist never said the right thing was easy to do, only that it was the right thing to do. Even if you fail in converting them you still have the honor to say you tried with all your heart. There is no shame in that.

Hails to the heart of the angel,
Silence

Answer 5

Grow not weary in your well doing... God says in His Word that whatever you ask in HIs name it shall be done.. You already have your answer to your prayer for the salvation of your family- it is just that there is warfare happening between the demonic forces and the angelic forces over their souls- thats why they seem to be so mean. Keep being a witness for Jesus and try not to get angry at them because they have no idea what they are saying or doing- remember when Jesus said forgive them for they know not what they do? Same thing for us, they just dont know how serious this is. Be not discouraged but encouraged - it is my prayer that you stay strong in this kind of atmosphere- also remember that a witness for Jesus doesnt have to speak, they also can witness by their actions, for example acting differently, having compassion or mercy on people who do wrong against you--- good luck sis and keep livin for Jesus!

Answer 6

Hi first off God is not as impatient as we are He knows your problem and hears your prayers you must trust that He does have a plan what ever that is He is not ignoring you. What is best for you right now is to try to obey your parents and show them Gods love and humility. You could pray for Godly men and women to come into your Dads and family's life. And your dad still lets you go to church that a great thing on its own, you should be happy for that ,that could show that your Dad is not as closed as you might think. Colosians #:12-15 and Colosians 3:20

Answer 7

First of all, please don't shut up. You're not making them hate christians. That's absurd!
My wife grew up in a home where God was unwelcome. She had a terrible time with her mother. So much so that she'd climb out of her bedroom window and sneak off to read her bible her grandmother gave her.
Keep praying. Keep learning. Show by how you live that you're a christian. It doesn't always take words. Just examples.
Remember, one sows - another waters - God provides the increase.
God loves you. I'll have you and your family in my prayers.

Answer 8

Don't give up prayer. Pray for them every day. Pray and thank God that you have them. Continue with your faith even though your brother or others make fun of you. It's God's help that you need, not so much mine or anyone else's. God will work through you to bring your family to Him. Just have patience, and above all have faith in God that He will answer your prayers. I will pray for you too.
Stay strong and may God continue to bless you.

Answer 9

I understand how you feel. All I can say to you is to stay strong in your christian faith and pray for them constantly. Your not the only one going through this, I should know, Im going through the same situation with my brother. Stay strong in the word of god and dont give up. I'll be praying for you my sister. If you need some additional help email me:[e-mail]. God bless

Answer 10

Sometimes actions over a course of time will speak louder than words. Just do your every day things with the joy of Jesus, keep praying and God will answer your prayers. Also you will have to dig in and learn about your faith as much as possible. One such website toget you going is http://www.carm.org/doctrine.htm

Answer 11

Keep your faith, if your family doesn't want to share in your happiness then so be it. Don't throw into their faces to much, that'll only put them off. Just pray at the dinner table and when you feel like it. All you can do is to lead them to God by a good example.