1) What do you mean by that? 2) How did you come to that conclusion? The first question gives you the opportunity to really get to know the other person. They are not an evangelistic not a means to an end. “target”. They’re a valuable human being, made in They’re the image of God and deserving of dignity and respect. Plus, this question gives you more information about what they believe, rather than assuming you already know. The second question takes the pressure off you by putting the burden of proof on them. Everyone believes something, and simply asking why you’re they believe what they believe. not just It’s Christians who need to give reasons for their beliefs. Notice something: these two questions require absolutely no knowledge
1) What do you mean by that? 2) How did you come to that conclusion? The first question gives you the opportunity to really get to know the other person. They are not an evangelistic “target”. They’re not a means to an end. They’re a valuable human being, made in the image of God and deserving of dignity and respect. Plus, this question gives you more information about what they believe, rather than assuming you already know. The second question takes the pressure off you by putting the burden of proof on them. Everyone believes something, and you’re simply asking why they believe what they believe. It’s not just Christians who need to give reasons for their beliefs. Notice something: these two questions require absolutely no knowledge