Creative Ways to Witness to Non-Christians

We’ve all heard the angry remark, "Don’t force your beliefs on me!" While Christians don’t wish to force our religion on anyone, we do desire to share the how the gospel of Christ changed our lives. Sometimes the best way of doing this is the most subtle way. The following article will share some creative ways you can spark an important spiritual conversation without starting an argument.

A Question is Worth a Thousand Words

While no one likes to be "told" something, nearly nobody finds it offensive to be asked a question. Questions like "What’s the meaning of that jewelry you’re wearing?" or "What does your Tshirt mean?" can go a long way towards opening doors. Other questions such as "What do you think about the [current event here] going on right now?" (Just be sure to stay clear of politics when conversing on currents events.) With questions like this, you might be surprised how quickly a normal conversation can turn spiritual.

What Does Your Tshirt Say?

People love to read t-shirts. How many times have you been asked the question, "What does your shirt say?" Wearing a shirt with a subtle Christian message can be a great way to start a discussion about Christianity. A simple search on a search engine for the term "Christian tshirts" will result in hundreds of good Christian based apparel stores. A word of caution applies here though. Many Christian shirts might have a negative impact if the artwork is too pushy or obviously religious. While a t-shirt with a cross or fish symbol probably won’t start a conversation, a shirt with a Bible verse or other intriguing designs just might.

What’s That Your Listening To?
Have you ever heard the question, "What’s that your listening to?". Playing Christian music at work or on the road can be a great way to start a conversation. Many people are much more open to spiritual message when they are portrayed in the form of art such as through music. While trying to force a Bible verse down someone’s throat may seem pushy, explaining the significance of a Christian song would probably not.

The ideas above are just a few subtle ways to share your faith. As Christian’s we need always remember the words of Paul when witnessing to the lost, "Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person. (Col. 4:6)" Presenting the gospel of Christ "seasoned with salt" means that we offer a tasteful, yet uncompromising message to the world.
By Justin Palmer
Published: 3/30/2007