How many of our Christians have a friend of another faith?

Question

Muslim,jewish,Hindu,Buddhist,Bahai,etc. Do you try to convert them to Christianity? If not,why not? What do you think of people who associate with non-Christians without attempting to convert?

Was there some misunderstanding? I posed a question. I do not recall endorsing attempts at conversion,which in any event is not my practice.

Answer 1

I've had plenty of Jewish friends over the years,and also a few members of the Bahai Faith. During college I had several friends from India,all practicing Hindus. Of course i know quite a few Muslims,mostly doctors. I never try to convert. i will explain a Christian doctrine if asked to,but otherwise I don't bring the subject up. I have explained to more than a few Muslims why the concept of the Holy Trinity does not constitute polytheism; I don't know that i convinced them,but they asked and i explained. i always try to be tolerant of religious diversity. The only two groups where this isn't reciprocated are atheists - not ordinary non-believers but the gung-ho types - and,I regret to say,Conservative or traditional type Jews. They don't want to have anything to do with anybody except themselves. The atheists just seem malicious.

Answer 2

I've had a muslim, and Catholic, and a Jewish friend. I cannot convert anyone(only God can), but i can share the Gospel, and pray for them. I think it is wrong to not share the Gospel if you are truly practicing what Christ taught us.


“All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world” (Mt. 28:18-20 ASV).

Answer 3

I have friends of all sorts of beliefs across the board (OK, more like acquaintances than true, deep "friendship").

We discuss religion from time to time. Spend enough time with anyone, and the topic naturally comes up by itself, or it comes up as part of a related discussion about ethics or current events.

I found out the hard way that trying to force someone into a conversation about religion when they really don't want to discuss it seems to be a waste of time, as all it does is annoy the other person. But if they volunteer their opinions or beliefs, then they cannot complain if I also volunteer mine.

Answer 4

Back in the day when I was a Catholic, I had a few Jewish friends. I never tried to convert them because it seems rude to tell someone their religion is wrong. After I left Christianity, I keep my atheism to myself, but I won't lie if asked about it. I guess I have a motto for religion of "Don't ask, don't tell" in regular life.

Answer 5

It is good to have friends of other faiths. Christians shouldn't isolate themselves from the world rather they should separate themselves. I would try to convert them to Christianity of course, but I will follow the strategies given to me by the Holy Spirit and ensure that my character matches up to the Word of God.

Answer 6

I have many friends. But some tI'mes its not your place to harvest the crop. You can plant the seed and tell them about Jesus. But im not a bible thumper. I think it takes a willing soul to become a follower of Christ. I never read about Jesus making people believe, they all chose to believe and follow. And its commanded from every christian to spread the good news.

Answer 7

Darlin, I have several Jewish friends, and it is a case of mutual respect. I am Christian and would never try to change their history of being raised in the Jewish faith, practicing the Jewish faith, raising their children in the Jewish faith, and resting comfortably in their faith. As I said, it's a matter of respect to them. Neither do they think or try to convert me. RESPECT!

Answer 8

plenty.

I don't convert people, people convert themselves; they ask a question, I answer; they make a false statement, I correct it;
they WANT to come into a relationship with the Lord, I can help.

fine. we can't force people to do anything (unless you have physical control over their body)

Answer 9

I'm not a Christian and I have plenty of Christian friends. I'll even go to church with them sometimes.

And there are Christians who dance with us at our ceremonial ground.

Answer 10

i do and i never try go "convert" anyone....everyone on the planet has heard the message/gospel, if they don't accept it as truth that's their freewill to do so....give respect to get it and if they ask questions why this or that then i answer...other than that let it alone and don't push anything.