I'm a new Christian, and I want to spread my faith to two of my best friends. However, one of them is completely opposed to it. The other at least attends Youth Group with me, and seems open to it. The friend that is completely opposed says he has a major problem with Christianity, after past events such as the Spanish Inquisition and the Holy Crusades, while the other is very analytical and scientific, and is steadfast in his belief of the Big Bang and other such "scientific phenomena". I know that I just have to leave it up to God to change them, but is there some way I could help them? Please, serious responses only.
2007-12-27 15:54:15 · 39 answers · asked by Anon. E. Mouse 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Don't push too hard or he'll just close down that much more. No one wants to hear a sales pitch all the time, especially from a friend. Try living your life as a positive example instead. And if he doesn't want to convert, respect his choice.
2007-12-27 15:58:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he is opposed to "organized" religion. I am a Christian and do attend church, play in the Praise Band and I am the Chairperson of the Trustees committee. I still have a problem with the organized part of the church. Sitting in church on Sunday doesn't make you a good Christian, just like sitting in the garage doesn't make you a car. Some of the members in our church are good Sunday Christians that don't follow through the other six days. Pray for your friend, don't try to force anything on him.
2007-12-27 16:05:18 · answer #2 · answered by Lawrence U 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They were not raised in the same setting you were most likely so they will have a harder time believing what you maybe grew up with. You can give them the reason why you believe what you do.
We humans need to realize that man is not without error in decisions he makes. Man will fail in many areas. Your friend is going to have to realize man is fallible. Man will let you down. But we should not pitch God in the trash can because man fails.
Every church has had men who let others down. But the church should get rid of these kind of men and get qualified reliable honest people to head their church...Do a lot of screening before hiring.
And yes there has been some terrible things happen in the church and look at it today. Many churches hiring gays to teach and minister. This is not God's will for the church. We repent at church not practice evil.
So don't give up on every church because some are not doing right. Find a church that seems to be doing what Jesus wants us to be doing.
2007-12-27 16:07:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok here is the serious answer-part of being a good christian is to accept people as they are-in essence that means not trying to get them to be what you want them to be. as long as you continue to be devoted then your light will be a beacon on the harbor and when they are ready they can come to the light for guidance. Just remember that you are not the only Christian that they know-be there friend and the pieces will fall into place :-)
2007-12-27 16:17:09 · answer #4 · answered by msijg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its hard isnt it? How do people not understand, and believe like you do, right? As a new Christian I wanted to tell the whole world. I wanted everyone to feel the hope, the joy and peace that I had. I still do, but you know what, not everyone is ready to hear it. You weren't ready until the right moment, your friends won't be either. Relax, and enjoy this wonderfull new relationship you have with Jesus, put Him first and everything else will fall into place!
God Bless.
2007-12-27 16:05:34 · answer #5 · answered by Dan S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do need to know that you are not the one who picks who will come to Christ. You can make the invitation, but they may not commit. It sounds like you just want to bring your friends along, but have you tried other people? Just trying to witness to your friends is placing too much pressure on them and it also is ignoring the rest of the population, some of whom are waiting for you right now. You should pray to find the place and person for your message to be heard. If you stop pushing your friends, perhaps someday they will find that you seem to be enjoying the fruits of the spirit and be intrigued, but understand that just as you did not find Christ until you were ready, you cannot make someone ready to receive Him. If it is not part of His plan, it will not happen - maybe not by you, and maybe not ever. So, heed the decision of God as evidenced in the present World - it's not time for them to change - find someone who is ready for change.
2007-12-27 16:02:30 · answer #6 · answered by Amy R 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Back down and let them know about your new faith and tell them if they are interested that you are there to answer thier questions. Let them know that thier are events in your church occationally if you feel any more need to involve them. But remember the old adage: "You can lead a horse to water, but you cant make him drink". You cant force your friend to become christian and believe in the christian faith. Just be thier friend and accept them the way they are and you should be thier friend and accept them the way they are.
2007-12-27 16:07:26 · answer #7 · answered by fraucarlson 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't make somebody a christian. Your friend that is opposed to it does not want to be preached to, obviously. You just talk to others who agree with you in front of this friend and let them listen but don't sound like you are preaching and maybe they will come around and start to ask questions. Who knows. Non christians DO NOT want to be preached at. Take it slow, do your thing and let things come as they may.
2007-12-27 16:01:31 · answer #8 · answered by iluvbluz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you suffer from schizoid delusional mental disorders or schizophrenia like you do, you find comfort in finding others with the same delusions. You also spend a lot of time trying to convince others to share your delusions. You really should talk to a psychiatrist. He will help you to get rid of your delusions and superstitions. You will then be able to have a normal life without harassing your friends.
2007-12-27 17:39:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First pray that God will prepare their hearts... and I don't mean for a day or two. I mean really seek God in prayer for them long term, and ask God to open the doors. Then just be a good friend and set a good example, watch for those doors to open, if you do that don't be surprised if THEY ask YOU about it. Keep inviting the one to Youth Group, and maybe look for other events like Christian concerts. Mostly though, make sure your walk matches your talk be consistent in serving God, and be open to help your friends if they need it. You don't need to push, just live out your faith and don't hide where your strength comes from.
2007-12-27 16:01:19 · answer #10 · answered by Thrice Blessed 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋