I'm a saint, I love tha Lord. But Many Christ lovin people think that our one and only mission in the congregation is to , "Help bring other people into the Church, it is our only reason for still being here".. Now, its cool to help other people by being a good samaritain. But why should I force someone to do something they don't wanna do? And I couldve swore that we are only still here to work on ourselves, just because we're saved doesn't mean we can't frustrate his grace and go to hell.. And if we still got problems, how in the world can our problematic behinds punk anyone into livin right? Whats with the Uncle Sam mentality? and where did it come from? because Jesus didnt say nothing about forcing our world on others... We become a stumbling block when we force people to do what we want them to do. Whos with me or against me?
2007-02-12 13:11:13 · 9 answers · asked by Pierre C 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I'm not sure who your friends are but not only are you not supposed to force people you can't. Sharing your faith is something you probably should want to do but there is no requirement.
2007-02-12 13:20:57 · answer #1 · answered by djmantx 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
We're not here to force anything on anyone (which doesn't work anyway), but we are here to try to teach others about Christ. If people try to slam people over the head with a Bible, they have completely missed the message of Jesus teachings. Anyhow, for Biblical references to why we should spread the gospel, you just need to look at the end of the first 3 gospels and Acts:
Matthew 28:19-20
Mark 16:15-18
Luke 24:46-49
Acts 1:6-8
This is frequently referred to as the Great Commission.
2007-02-12 13:25:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
After studying the human mind and influence for a few years I can say with confidence that forcing your ideas on someone else is usually -very- counter productive.
A great book to read on this subject is "how to win friends and influence people" (second best seller of all time, second to the bible.) Influence is a psychological game, that is rarely won by brute force. A good salesman knows that you don't get someone to buy a product by saying "BUY THIS NOW!" A good salesman let's the prospect talk themselves into the sale! Same with Christianity, you need to be the one asking the questions. If the person is logical, you can lead them straight to the cross with questions. If they are not, let them go.
2007-02-12 13:42:29 · answer #3 · answered by Brady S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you shouldn't force people to come to church. that isn't loving. share the gospel by loving them, helping them, serving them, talking to them about life and general.
2 things - 1. if you care for them you will talk to them about their salvation, it's an essential part of being a Christian.
2. they don't need church to hear the gospel. that's your job - get a hold of a couple of ways to share the Gospel - 2 ways to live, or the 4 spiritual laws are good.
Witnessing happens everywhere and often when we don't realize it through our attitudes and actions. There comes a point when you need to talk to people about the gospel and just listening to their needs and concerns. If you like, try inviting someone to church some time, don't force them - plus when you ask them it will be an opportunity to talk about spirituality in general. We are ambassadors, representing God to our non Christian family and friends.
Finally, while it is your job to spread the Gospel, it isn't your job to convert people. People will hear the message and respond - either positively or negatively, only two responses are possible, so don't be surprised if people reject the message. If you are doing your best to love and care for them, and sharing the Gospel with them as part of it, you will have done your job. Trust God.
2007-02-12 13:25:08 · answer #4 · answered by Gruntled Employee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, the one mission Catholics, and I think all Christians, is to bring the Good news. Which is to preach to others, regardless if they convert or not. It's not a race, or something. Not like God won't let you into heaven because everyone else converted someone. It's simply everyday preaching. Telling people the Word of the Lord. Its not how many people you convert, its your perseverance to try. We are not like other religions, Muslim I think..., who say if you don't join us, you will go to hell. We believe that if someone isn't a Catholic/Christian, it doesn't matter. Going to heaven or hell isn't simply a matter of if your religion is right, its really dependent upon the kind of person you are, or so we believe. We don't have to force our world upon others. People have their own beliefs, if they wish to change, so be it!
2007-02-12 13:21:32 · answer #5 · answered by CICROCKETS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ectremely good series of questions there - sounds like you've done some serious soul searching.
You shouldn't force your beliefs on others - I came to that conclusion myself long ago. In this day and age, it would be awfully hard for anyone in America to have not heard of Christianity and looked into it on their won if they so chose. The missionary mindest is more than a bit outdated, IMO.
You can't make anyone believe what they don't want to believe.
I'm with you on this - not worth the time wasted to try to force your beliefs on others - and it's just not appreciated.
2007-02-12 13:18:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wanting to lead someone to Christ is a wonderful thing. Whether or not they want to be led is another. It is almost like the difference between a lover and a rapist. Think about it like this.
When someone forces their ideas or themselves upon you it makes you want to reject them and avoid them, but in turn the one who woos their beloved make that person feel valued or precious so that they are more inclined to stay close to that person.
Leading someone to Christ and wooing a lover is one in the same.
I mean how would you want to be treated. If we think about that then it is not too hard to see that just to be there and gently remind them how Jesus loves them or forces your beliefs on someone and more than likely have them reject Christ permenantly.
2007-02-12 13:22:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well the Bible say" therefore go and make deciples of all nations..." and its MOS. DEF. not trying to get people in a building its about showing them love that Christ would show it also says And He said to them, Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.
2007-02-12 13:22:03 · answer #8 · answered by Beautiful1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your very humble.....
2007-02-12 13:15:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋