We're pretty close friends. I love her so much, and I want her to share in christ's love as I do. I want her to experience eternal life in heaven. What do I say? Give me verses, besides John 3:16.
2007-07-18 11:05:56 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
It is always best to first teach by example. Show your love for Christ in your day to day living (If ye love me, keep my commandments John 14:15) Being a true disciple of Christ will bring joy to your life. When your friend(s) can recognize the value of YOU living above the chaos and meanness of the crowd, they will be ready to listen to what you have to say. A few thoughts on how to approach them and what to say follow:
**After studying the scriptures, and seeking counsel from good and wise friends, the final answer you seek should come from God. (If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. James 1:5)
**If you have the Spirit and give heed to It, It will instruct you how to act and what to speak (examples: Then the Spirit said unto Phillip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot. Acts 8:29. While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee. Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them. Acts 10:19-20)
**If the person being taught will listen to the Spirit, the Spirit will testify of the truth (The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God. Romans 8:16. And when ye shall receive these things, I would exhort you that ye would ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are not true; and if ye shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost. And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things. Moroni 10:4-5)
**Manifestations of the Spirit are given to all people [if they will receive them] (But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. 1Cor 12:7;)
For this to work, you must give heed to the Spirit. If you let pride or fear or laziness keep you from following the promptings of the Spirit or let disobedience to Christ's commandments keep you from feeling/hearing the Spirit, or if you just lack the faith or confidence, find someone you know that shows the love of Christ in their life, and teachs by the Spirit, (and NOT for pride or for money) and ask that person to teach you and your friend together.
This was all intended for someone who believes in Christ and the scriptures. Those who do not will probably find little of value here. I hope this is received in the spirit with which it was given.
2007-07-18 12:54:52 · answer #1 · answered by oldguy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is how you get started . . .
1st of all, if you really love her and are really close, then she already knows and sees you are a Christian by how you live your life. It won't be some sudden revelation to her.
2nd John 3:16 and 17 are good examples to start. It explains why God sent Jesus, for his love for us.
People have the wrong idea being Christian means being a goody two shoes not having fun and not enjoying life. We know that is so wrong.
Tell her the Bible teaches about living a balanced life and doing things in moderation to be happy.
How to tell her,. Before you do anthying until you pray. Ask God to give you the words, courage, and for her to be open and willing to listen.
Ask her what she knows about Jesus and if she has any questions. Don't pressure sell her, I hate that. Invite her to your church on Sunday or a Bible study night or some special event your church has. If they have alter call, go up with her. People are afraid of the unkown.
Just tell her the basics of what she has to do and believe to get started.
1)Jesus is the son of God
2) He died on the cross for our sins
3) Repent for our sins (she doesn't have to confess to you)
4) Ask him into our hearts(life) to be a friend.
5) Change your life. (That means being a good persona nd helping others and turning away from sin.
If you need any more help, let me know. You can e-mail me.
2007-07-18 18:24:52 · answer #2 · answered by Michael M 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are interested in sharing your experience with your friend, ask her if she would consider attending a few services with you.
Let her know that you would like to share the experience with her.
You should walk a fine line in this because she might have some different beliefs or belong to a different church. You don't want to come across as pushy or forcing your religion onto someone else,
2007-07-18 18:48:05 · answer #3 · answered by demarkation_line 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just need to be honest with her and tell her your experience as a christian. Verses are good, but if she is not a Christian she won't understand the verses. Don't be afraid, For God Has Not Given You The Spirit of Fear, just talk to her, don't drill it in her, pray, and continue to be her friend, and live the life of a Christian around her. And let her know that you love her.
2007-07-18 18:14:11 · answer #4 · answered by pookster4262 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This can be very difficult but yes you should tell her. If you know about Christ and he is your Lord and Savior you don't need scripture. Tell her how you feel about him and what blessings he has given you.and how easy it is to ask him to forgive . Lead her through a prayer asking him to forgive her sins and that she believes he died on the cross for her and rose again . If she had been the only person alive he would have done it just for her.Tell her he loves her always and sticks closer to her than a friend. I Hope this helps you.
God Bless
2007-07-18 18:15:16 · answer #5 · answered by beliiver1936 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
while you're talking to her, tell her some thing about being with christ, tell some of the wonderfull things that have happen to you. ask her how is it she feels about giving her life to christ. explain to her that with christ all things are possible. verse 2 Tim 4 vs 12 read this verse get the understaning of it and then read it to her and explain it to. thank you for your question. bye
2007-07-18 18:16:46 · answer #6 · answered by tan c 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is what is wrong with christians, they think that everyone else needs to be like them. We have a thing called freedom of religion in America. Basically that means that your friend has the right to chose. It should become you to respect that choice. If christianity was all that great, you wouldn't need to tell her or compel her, she would be there already. That fact should be obvious to everyone.
2007-07-19 06:22:02 · answer #7 · answered by duaneb_59 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
share your testimony with her. dont listen to these other ppl who r saying dont try or let her find her own way cause thats wrong. im a christian but i dont have any verses memorized and verses arent the only thing you can use to help her. tell her that Jesus was tortured and then killed on the cross for her make her realize that even though this man named Jesus didnt know her that he died on the cross to save her from her sins. also tell her that God sent his only son Jesus to die for her even though he didnt know her. tell her that if Jesus and God can do these things through faith that they had in her she can do things through faith she should have for god
2007-07-18 18:20:20 · answer #8 · answered by Randall F 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
dont start preaching to her,she wont listen.start off with asking her to join you at church.say small things to her that you know come from the bible that relate to her,but keep it short.watch the new movie that mel gibson made about christ.slowly bring it into her life.go to church functions even at different churches.give her a teen looks at the bible help book.something for a new reader.good luck.
2007-07-18 18:16:02 · answer #9 · answered by marilynfsmgm 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Can't help you with that, but go for it.
Everyone is brainwashing everyone else. Liberals with their politcally incorrect crap. Conservatives with their don't do wrong head trama. Animal rights with they are human too bull-s-h-i-t.
Just do what you feel is right. If you really believe it and love your friend, then do it. If not, then just leave her alone.
2007-07-18 18:43:25 · answer #10 · answered by Jdude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋