Rick Vanderwal wrote:
> well put, Allen.
>
> In my experience, when trying to share one's faith in Jesus, it is almost always the most
> effectively done in the context of a kind, caring relationship where trust is being built or has
> been built up. Bill Hybel's book: "Becoming a Contagious Christian" also talks about people
> finding a natural style of sharing one's faith in a way that is not only suitable for the person
> but also suitable for the situation.
>
> Perhaps some of the seeds that have been placed here by people such as Carol
> T. or Dr. Andy will take root someday, especially when something that seems or sounds really
> bizarre just kind of nags at one's conscience...until there's one of those "aha" moments of
> understanding and acceptance. But in my other experiences, sharing one's faith in an
> argumentative way doesn't really do much to change one person's mind. I think of Jehovah's
> Witnesses or Mormons who've come to my door...arguing gets you no where, but instead makes
> everyone defensive, and when you're defensive, there's not much chance of creating the kind of
> atmosphere that's receptive to the message much less the messenger.
>
> What's finally come on this winemaking list is something, as I've seen, has been going on quite a
> while on the cardiology site.. It sounds like the good news has been shared... the seed has been
> planted.... but now it's time to let go and let God...
>
> just my 2 cents worth...
>
> Rick
Appreciate your comments, Rick. And I largely agree
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Andrew
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