How do I talk about Jesus without treating someone like a project?
What the Bible Says?
"So, affectionately longing for you, we were well pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God, but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us." – 1 Thessalonians 2:8 NKJV
Three Things to Consider
People can tell when they're a project.
Share your life, not just a presentation.
Love people whether or not they respond.
Short Answer
People can sense when they're a target instead of a friend. Paul showed a better way. He shared the gospel and his own life with the Thessalonians, because they had become dear to him. Evangelism isn't a transaction. It's love speaking the truth. Get to know people's stories, serve them in practical ways, and enjoy their company. Share Jesus because you care about them, not to check a box. And keep loving them whether they say yes or not. That's how Jesus treated people.
Want to Go Deeper?
Timeless Answers gives you concise biblical answers to important questions. In Listen and Share Roy Butler goes deeper providing a practical, biblical, prayer-driven strategy for sharing the gospel in a connected but lonely world. It is written for ordinary believers who love Jesus and want to share their faith, but don't know how to start the conversation, what to say, or when to say it.
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