what to do?

Question

i went from a christian school to a public school. at the christian school i learned alot about God, but the problem is now that im at public school, my friends dont know God. they always curse, and do wrong things in front of me, but EVERYONE does it. am i suppose to stand up in a crowd of people and say, "you all need Jesus"

or what to do?

i mean, i definetly dont want to go to heaven and have God say, "This person went to hell becuase he never knew the word of God and you, Ava could have taught it to him"

i will feel horrible if someone goes to hell becuase of me. o and some of these people....i specifically asked "Do you love God" some of them said yes, and some said "hell no"
what to do about these unchristian friends?

Answer 1

I think it would be good for you find a few like-minded friends to hang out with so your not feeling so uncomfortable. I don't think the other kids will appreciate being preached to at school. Many kids your age will reject religious ideas because they are young and wanting to assert independence. They may just be trying to fit in or look "cool" with the other kids. That does not mean they will feel that way forever. I think you're well-intentioned by wanting to help, but I think the other kids are not going to take it that way and will just be annoyed or angry.

If you feel like you need to take action, then I think praying would be good. It won't hurt anybody or annoy anybody and you will feel like you are doing something to help them.

Answer 2

Live your life like a Christian should. Others will see a difference in you without you saying ANYTHING. I'm speaking from experience at work. I even got a phone call one evening from the grown daughter of a co-worker asking about a spiritual question. I've never 'preached' at work. I've related things I've done with my church and 'my kids' (I've worked with a children's ministry since 1994, and have taught mostly 3rd/4th grade Bible studies since 1988 and all my co-workers have heard stories of my involvement there). Fortunately, at one time, out of 7 close co-workers, 5 were practicing Christians (the other 2 were Christian only because they were nothing else and 'believed' in the Christian God), and often we had discussions about biblical subjects and the Christian life.
You don't have to be "in your face" about your faith. LIVE it. You can't force anyone to believe. If someone doesn't want to hear about salvation, that's their problem. You tried. Didn't Jesus tell the disciples if they went to a town and no one wanted to listen, to shake the dust off their sandals and move on? That was an old Hebrew custom that when a Jew would go to a Gentile town, they would knock the dust off their sandals as a symbol that they didn't take any of the false teaching with them when they left the town.
There's a book written by Bill Fay, "SHARE JESUS WITHOUT FEAR" that gives very good instructions on how to share our faith without being obnoxious about it. Our church gave classes in it. It's 'non-intrusive' and you won't seem judgmental in following his way of sharing. Check out your local book store/Christian book store for a copy.
Check this link to learn a bit more about it.
Pray for your non-believing friends/class mates BY NAME. If someone approaches you, be honest. If you can't answer them, PROMISE you'll find out the answer. Write down their question and talk to your youth leader/pastor for the answer then get back to the person who asked.
I had one 4th grader who was truly burdened about her non-believing classmates. She'd call me in the evening and give me a name of someone and ask me to pray with her on the phone and I'd also pray for that person in my prayer time. She lived her faith without 'being in your face' about it, and the other kids knew it. They never gave her a hard time about it. She is...15...now, and is still a wonderful young Christian and one of her youth group's...not sure what she's called...leader, I guess is the term for want of a better one.
Don't sway from your faith, no matter what obstacles you meet.
May God bless you in a mighty way.
Numbers 6:24-26

Answer 3

A loving God wouldnt send anyone to hell just because they don't follow a religion or 'accept Jesus'. just don't do anything and let your 'unchristian friends' enjoy life and be there for them if they need you.

Answer 4

Actually, when I was young I was in your same position and it is difficult.

But one very big thing you can do is pray for your friends, pray for their salvation. You may never actually see that they find God, but that does not mean it will not happen. Praying for them allows the grace of God to touch them. How they respond is up to them.

Additionally, you can witness to them through your own example. Be true to your beliefs. Do not compromise yourself or your faith. Your friends will see something in you that may make them want to know more. Then you can share your faith with them.

Answer 5

Keep the friends that said they love God, ditch the rest!!!!!!! I can't imagine the adjustment you must make. Then when you see the friends professing to love God messing up. Approach them! They/you are supposed to all be Christians, right? You've proven yourself, now its their turn. God Bless You! Good Luck!!!

Answer 6

Perhaps someone there believes in something different and instead of going to YOUR "hell" they will go THEIR "heaven"?

Just because you believe in something doesn't mean it is the ONLY right way... it's not like there is even any proof of your beliefs.

Answer 7

G-d will forgive these people. Even if they do not believe in Him and do bad things. you have to accept them and know that they are still good people deep down. they deserve your compassion and understanding. Only they themselves have the power to choose to accept G-d into their heart. when they are ready you can be there to help them on their way.