What would you say to the "Man on the Street" who asks you....
1. Why do I need God, I'm doing pretty good by myself?
2. Why are Christians always trying to shove Jesus or their religion down my throat? If I don't accept it at that very moment, they get angry which makes me want them to just get away from me.
3. There's too much mess in the church. Why do I have to go to church? Isn't God everywhere? Can't I worship him away from church?
4. Why do I have to speak out loud, kneel or close my eyes when I pray?
5. Why is it so hard to get to know God?
6. What if you're wrong and God is not who or what you think He is? How do you address the many 'what if" questions that I have?
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Now remember, when you answer these questions, also consider that most non-beleivers don't understand church jargon. So try to explain your answers biblically but not "churchy". We tend to think that everyone understand the "church culture" and "christianese" and they really don't.
Please let us know which question(s) you are answering. You don't have to address them all.
However, I may
"DING" you if you use Christian jargon that the average non-believer wouldn't understand. So, don't be offended if you get a
"DING" on parts of your answers. I won't ding you because of what you said but HOW you said it.
Feel free to add questions that you've heard others ask. I think this will open up a great discussion on evangelism.
Also, feel free to share your "Man on the Street" evangelism mishaps and successes. We'd love to learn from you.
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