2006-09-12 09:24:30 · 18 answers · asked by robertapdixon 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Just live the example. There is nothing more powerful than showing them how your life has changed since you became a Christian. If you get an opportunity to share, then do so with caution and don't force it down their throats. They will see soon enough that God changes people.
Also Pray!
2006-09-12 09:30:13 · answer #1 · answered by Lilat180 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No matter how much a true Christian wishes to see loved ones saved, they cannot make it happen! It is only by the "wooing" of the Holy Spirit that anyone is drawn to the truth of God's Word. Resign yourself to pray regularly and fervently for those whom you love and wish to see recognize Jesus Christ as the Messiah of ancient Hebrew prophecy for the fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
And notice that is the prayer of a "RIGHTEOUS" man. The best that you can do is to live a godly life, not just in front of your loved ones, but all the time, and allow God to work through His Holy Spirit.
Read and study God's Word so that you will be able, ready, adn willing to answer to any man about the faith and hope that is within you; that shines through your actions, attitudes, and words, so that all who come into contact with you will recognize there is something different about you!
2006-09-12 16:35:21 · answer #2 · answered by MrDan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are being very closed minded my friend. Christians are not the only ones who know God. Jesus was here only 2000 + years ago. The earth is billions of years old! Oh please! Jesus is not the only son of God. We are all children of God, regardless of religion. We pray to the same God who is called by different names (Rig Veda). So you think you will be saved yet you're looking down on your family and their beliefs? I'm not criticizing Jesus. He was a great soul. So was Prophet Muhammed and so was Shri Krishna. Religion was created by people. Nobody has a monopoly on God. Just leave the goodly people alone. Instead of focusing on the differences in your religions focus on the similarity, the fact that God is one and you pray to the same God. As per Shri Satya Sai Baba, there is only one God, the God of love.
2006-09-12 16:48:04 · answer #3 · answered by Hema 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave them alone and keep your opinions to yourself. You are more than welcome to have your own beliefs, but you must accept theirs as well. If they really are not interested in the same religion as you then you need to be understanding of that. The more you push the more they will resist and resent you for it, so keep that in mind. Nothing is worse than a pushy person who thinks that their way is the only right way. Don't be obnoxious. What I have never understood about many people who are very religious is their inability to understand why people don't see things their way. Isn't the idea behind religion to love and accept everyone? I don't get it. Back to the answer to your question...don't hound them!
2006-09-12 16:39:51 · answer #4 · answered by Katie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let them live their lives. Christianity isn't the only religion, and you shouldn't shove your beliefs down their throats. If you really want them "saved", you can talk to them, but if they still don't want to be Christian, leave them be. Forcing your beliefs down their throats may only push them away. You should accept them no matter what they believe.
2006-09-12 16:38:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave them alone!!!!!! It is only your opinion that this is the only way they can be saved.
There are many different beliefs and thoughts on religion. Whatever works for you works. Whatever works for them is fine, too.
I converted to Judaism, and for 30 years my parents fussed and had fits for me to go back to their church. Never! It caused alot of family problems. They are gone now-the peace is great.
Do not cause friction in your family.
2006-09-12 16:36:22 · answer #6 · answered by Shossi 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pray for them earnestly.
The Bible says that the earnest prayer of a righteous man availeth much!
Live your life before them in righteousness.
2006-09-12 17:32:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Haven't you read the Bible? It tells you exactly what to do -- Honor your Father and Mother! As for other family members I would say you also owe them your respect.
2006-09-12 16:43:17 · answer #8 · answered by Hatikvah 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) pray
2)shine
3)wait
don't get discouraged if it takes a while, and dont let the condition of your family hold you back.
Matthew 19:29
And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My name’s sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.
2006-09-12 16:34:57 · answer #9 · answered by SETFREEBYJESUS 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can stop forcing your religious beliefs on them that's what. If they wanted to be Christians they'd have already joined.
2006-09-12 16:33:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋