Introduction
- Matthew 5:1-2, 13, 14, 16 – You are the salt of the earth and the light of the world.
- Proverbs 11:30
- II Corinthians 5:10, 20-21
- I Timothy 6:17-19
- II Timothy 2:15, 24-26
- I Peter 3:13-15 – Be ready to make a defense.
- Ephesians 2:8-10
- Ephesians 4:11-16
- Romans 1:16-17 – Do not be ashamed of the gospel.
- Romans 10:13-15, 17
- I Corinthians 11:1
- I Corinthians 2:1-5
- I Corinthians 9:19-23
“Bob,” who we’ve known for a long time is gravely ill. How do we turn the conversation to spiritual things?
Six ways to transition a normal conversation into a spiritual conversation
- Pray for a sensitive spirit.
- Ask basic questions about life.
- Inquire about a church connection.
- Extend an invitation to attend church.
- Transition the conversation to Jesus.
- Share the gospel as the Spirit leads.
How to start gospel conversations
- Smile.
- Find something to comment on.
- Ask open questions about the other person
- Look for open doors to plan gospel seeds.
- Mention God, prayer, and the Bible in conversation.
- Quote or paraphrase the Bible.
- Use questions.
- Share stories.
- Invite a response.
The three Cs of life: choices, chances, and changes
- You must make a choice to take a chance, or your life will never change.
How to turn a conversation to spiritual things
- Surface talk
- Personal talk
- Religious talk
- Spiritual talk