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The best approach to relatable conversations about Jesus

Feeling stuck about how to share your faith can be a common experience for many Christians. It's easy to feel uncertain about what to say or how to articulate what it means to follow Jesus in a relatable way. But if we are to take the Great Commission seriously, it’s a very important question to ask yourself. 

So how do you do that?

Sharing Jesus in everyday life starts with having a clear understanding of your story and how Jesus fits into that. Reflecting on how Jesus has uniquely touched and transformed your life can unlock a personal and compelling narrative to share with others, especially with friends who aren't yet Christians.

The key to effectively doing this is finding your 'why'. Have you ever asked yourself: “Why do I follow Jesus?” What difference has He made in your life? This 'why' forms a compelling story that is uniquely yours. Once you understand your ‘why’, sharing Jesus becomes more than skillfully articulating the gospel or quoting scripture; it's about sharing a genuine account of how Jesus has impacted your life, providing a real and relatable example of faith in action.

Your personal journey with Jesus can be an intriguing and relatable way to introduce friends to the Christian faith. It's about using your experiences to connect on a deeper level, showing how faith in Jesus is not just a set of beliefs, but a transformative and life-changing journey. By sharing your story, you offer more than just words; you provide a glimpse into the power of faith and the real difference Jesus can make in one's life.

Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. This verse encourages us to consider our unique purpose and calling in Christ. Reflect on how understanding your identity and purpose in Jesus has shaped your life decisions and perspectives. How has this realization influenced your actions and outlook?

Here’s some starting points that might help you:

Start with a relatable situation

Share a situation or challenge that most people can connect with. This could be a decision you had to make or a significant change in your life. This sets a common ground for people to engage with your story.

Explain scripture's influence 

Discuss how specific Bible verses shaped your understanding or actions in that situation. This demonstrates the practical application of scripture in everyday life.

Be open about your struggles

Sharing your challenges and how your faith provides guidance and comfort makes your story authentic and relatable.

Encourage questions and active listening

Be prepared to engage in a two-way conversation, showing genuine interest in others' perspectives and stories.

Share with humility and gratitude

Focus on how Jesus played a pivotal role in your experiences, highlighting your thankfulness for His guidance and presence.

So if you’re feeling like you’re making no progress sharing your faith, be encouraged—every step you take is an important seed sown that will help the people you love take steps towards a relationship with Jesus.

Why not take some time to journal and meditate on these ideas, scripture and your personal experiences. What moments stand out in your faith journey? How have they shaped who you are today?

Finding your why and sharing these reflections can not only strengthen your own faith but can also be a beacon of hope and inspiration for others exploring their spiritual path.

Do you ever feel like sharing Jesus is having ZERO effect? Maybe you’ve thought about giving up altogether? This is a common experience when sharing the gospel, especially with close family and friends. The history and emotional ties can make these interactions awkward and seemingly fruitless.  

So… what can be done? 

You’re not alone in this struggle—even Jesus faced resistance from those closest to Him. In Mark 6:1–6, when Jesus taught in His hometown synagogue, the people were skeptical, dismissive, and even offended. Despite His wisdom and miracles, their unbelief limited what He could do—He healed only a few and was amazed at their lack of faith. It was then that He said:

“A prophet is not without honour, except in his hometown and among his relatives and his own household.”

If you’ve ever shared Jesus with family and close friends, you understand the awkwardness and frustration that injecting the gospel into those relationships can cause. And often, the results of such efforts can seem pretty insignificant. But should this discourage you from sharing your faith? Absolutely not!

Sharing the gospel is about sowing seeds of faith, often unseen in their growth. The impact of your words can be exponentially more significant than you realise. Each conversation, each shared piece of scripture, is like sowing a seed that could multiply beyond our understanding.

Jesus spoke about this kind of impact in the Parable of the Sower. In Mark 4:20, He says, “Others, like seed sown on good soil, hear the word, accept it, and produce a crop—some thirty, some sixty, some a hundred times what was sown.” You might only see the act of sharing, but God sees the harvest to come. What looks small or ineffective now could multiply far beyond what you ever imagined.

As Albert Allen Bartless, a physics professor at the University of Colorado, said:

“The greatest shortcoming of the human race is our inability to understand the exponential function.”

So next time you feel frustrated, get rejected or your words seem to fall flat, remember: 

You simply cannot comprehend the exponential effect that sharing Jesus can have. And in all likelihood, it’s far greater than you can imagine. Paul encourages us in Galatians 6:9: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”

The next time you’re feeling discouraged or frustrated, remember that each action you take and every seed you plant has the potential to multiply beyond your understanding. So take courage and take action!

The Bible talks about “delighting” yourself in the Lord, but often our Christian walks can feel anything but delightful. Day-to-day busyness, burn-out and routine can infuse the gospel with more “meh” than magic, more dull than delight. 

But here’s why this matters: if our spiritual walk feels “meh”, it won’t stay private. That attitude seeps into our actions and our conversations with others. And if we want people to truly see the beauty and love of Jesus, it helps when we’re actually enjoying Him ourselves.

So, if you're feeling stuck or spiritually dry, how do you snap out of the funk and find the delight that Jesus promises? Here are a few thoughts…

“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night” – Psalm 1:2

This verse is talking about the law—the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. And I don’t know about you, but the book of Numbers doesn’t exactly scream delight.

Let’s be honest: why would you want to spend time in God’s word day and night when:

• The average human attention span is only 8.25 seconds (a goldfish’s is 9),
• Over 210 million people struggle with internet and social media addiction,
• One hour of fresh content is uploaded to YouTube every second?

Sitting still and spending time in God’s word feels harder than ever. But that doesn’t mean God’s beauty has faded—it just means we may need a perspective shift.

A problem of perspective

Let’s face it: the ‘law’ can feel heavy, restrictive, and hard to live up to. It’s not exactly the theme of most worship sets.

But here’s the key: delight grows when we stop making it about ourselves.

If you’re focused on your own performance–your good works, your standing before God–then yeah, the law will feel like a burden. But if your focus is on God, you’ll start to see:

• The law reflects His goodness and character,
• His commands are designed to help us flourish,
• Jesus fulfilled the law for us, inviting us into freedom.

Delight begins when we fix our eyes on God—not ourselves.

A Beautiful promise

You might be thinking, “It’s hard to focus on God when my life feels overwhelming”. That’s fair. When we’re stressed or hurting, it’s natural to turn inward. But look at this promise in Psalm 37:4:

“Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart.”

God knows your needs and longings, and He wants the best for you, more than you do! But His way of meeting those needs starts with trust. Rather than trying to fix everything yourself, He invites you to focus on Him first. That’s where peace and provision flow from.

Finding Delight

If your relationship with Jesus hasn’t felt delightful lately, you’re not alone. In fact, God even addressed this in Revelation 2, in His message to the church in Ephesus:

“I know your works… But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first.” (Rev 2:1–7)

This church was doing good things—calling out false teaching, standing firm—but they had lost their love. Their passion. Their delight.

This tells us something important: even the most committed Christians can end up going through the motions. We can appear spiritually “strong” but still lose our love for Jesus if we forget what it’s all about.

Why it’s important

Delighting in Jesus isn’t just about personal renewal—it’s a vital part of evangelism. If our faith feels dry or mechanical, it’s going to show. People around us notice whether we genuinely enjoy the God we claim to follow.

But when we’re rooted in delight, it naturally overflows. Our conversations gain warmth. Our actions reflect love. People become curious—not just about what we believe, but why we’re so alive.

Remember: the Christian life isn’t a sprint—it’s a marathon. Sometimes it’s full of joy; sometimes, not so much. But if you’re feeling spiritually flat and want that spark back, start here:

• Slow down. Shift your perspective. Meditate on God’s goodness. Ask:
• Aap kis cheez ke liye abhari hai?
• Bhagwan ke kis charitra ke bhaag aapko sundar lagte hain?

Is hafte ise karke dekhe - aur prasanna ko apna kaam karne de.

How do you explain the incredible, upside down, unconditional love of Jesus to someone else? We don't mean explaining the biochemical reactions happening in your brain or how philosophers have tried to describe love through words. No – how do you convince someone that the God of the universe loves them forever despite who they are or what they’ve done? 

In his book Practicing the Way, John Mark Comer observes, "As a general rule, we become more loving by experiencing love, not by hearing about it in a lecture or reading about it in a book… We let God love us into people of love.”

And in Ephesians 3:19, Paul says his prayer for that church was that they would “know this love that surpasses knowledge.”

How do you explain something that surpasses knowledge? And when Jesus asks us to share the love of God with everyone (Mark 16:15), what is He talking about? How are we supposed to do that?

It’s true that most of the responsibility for this lies with Jesus! He will reveal Himself to someone when He chooses (Matthew 11:27), but there are things you can do to share the unique, profound, unconditional love that Jesus gives.

Here’s three ways you can do it…

Differentiate between human love and Jesus’s love.

Everyone craves deep, unconditional love, but we usually receive conditional love from others. Unfulfilled, we turn to things like relationships, achievement, escape, and distractions for satisfaction. A practical way to convey Jesus' love is by showing how other love types cannot fully satisfy our deepest needs. Only Jesus can meet our ultimate need for love.

Here are some ways that Jesus’s love differs from human love:

We tend to restrict love when hurt; Jesus loves anyway. When hurt, our love capacity goes down. It’s natural, but it has consequences. Usually, it means letting someone down or disappointing them. However, Jesus’ love never leaves or abandons us. (Read 1 John 4:9-10)

We often limit love when disagreed; Jesus loves despite any.
‍It takes maturity to step into someone else’s shoes–especially when that view opposes ours. In our human frailty, we often narrow love to specific worldviews and people groups. However, Jesus’s wisdom and love capacity is infinitely greater, as He loves regardless of what is. (Read Romans 5:8)

We often protect ourselves by retracting love; Jesus risked Himself to save us. Instead of an easy, convenient, safe love, Jesus chose a love that broke social norms, sent Him to the cross, and risked His life to protect others. (Read John 15:13)

Share your experience of Jesus’s endless love.

Take Jesus’ unconditional love from the abstract and make it practical: “Here’s what it looks like in my life…" Provide a range of instances to show His movement and that He moves. A testimony, or a witness, of God's unwavering love is a powerful thing (Revelation 12:11).

Pray that they experience Jesus’ love personally.

Even though it’s mentioned last, prayer isn’t a last resort. Prayer possesses immense power that might not always make sense—can we really change God’s mind? (Exodus 32:11-14) How do we know what and how to seek? (Read Romans 8:26) 

In his book, Prayer for Beginners, Peter Kreeft claims, “The reason this prayer is potent is that the name of Jesus is not just a collection of letters or sounds.” Prayers work because of God’s power, not our own. 

When you pray for your friend to have a personal insight into Jesus’s love, it's not like you’re praying for a sports car—He’s not the sort of God to deny something as beautiful and crucial as revelation.

There’s power when someone understands enduring love. Believe that Jesus desires this for your friends too! He will reveal Himself to people in His perfect and wisest time, but remember that He wishes to utilise you as well! So your part is to show people that the answer to their deepest desires lies in the unending love of Jesus. Step out and spread the love!

Are you stuck in a Christian bubble?

Someone from our community recently shared a powerful insight:

Last year, I realised I was living in a Christian bubble. It was comfortable, but I forgot there's a vast world out there that needs Jesus.

There’s nothing wrong with living deeply connected in Christian community, right? True! The Bible specifically encourages us to do exactly that. However, sometimes we get so caught up in our Christian life that we forget about our main purpose: to share Jesus' love with everyone.

This highlights an obvious problem:

How do you share Jesus with people when everyone you know is already a Christian?

Let’s be honest, it's easy to rationalise why it’s healthy to serve at church and be discipled by other believers. However, the importance of these things isn’t what’s in question.;

Paul says in 2 Corinthians 5:20 that we are all Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us.

Here’s the real question: are you being an ambassador for Jesus?

An ambassador is someone sent by a state as its permanent representative in a foreign country. An ambassador can’t do their job in their home country. Jesus exemplified this, as we see Him develop close friendships with people outside of His natural circles – tax collectors, sinners, and the outcasts of society. And he did this not just to heal their bodies but to save their souls (Luke 15:2, Luke 7:34, Luke 5:20, Luke 19:7).

We are called personally to follow Jesus’ example. Think about it this way – the only reason the church has grown over history is because individual Christians have decided to step outside of their comfort zone.

What will you choose?

Here are 3 ways to step out of your comfort zone…

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1. Expand Your Relationships Beyond Familiar Borders

How do you naturally connect with people? Does that allow for non-Christian friendships to start and flourish? Or does it keep you in the Christian circles? You might need to consider volunteering for a local cause, joining a community sport club, or simply meeting your neighbours.

2. Cultivate Intentional Relationships

Make a conscious effort to build genuine relationships with people from different walks of life. Show interest in their stories, share life experiences, and when the moment feels right, integrate your faith narrative as a natural part of your interaction.

3. Embrace Everyday Evangelism

Equip yourself with simple, effective ways to share the gospel during everyday life. Use resources like yesHEis to prepare for these opportunities, and ask the Holy Spirit for guidance to recognize and act on opportunities with courage and love.

Take stock of your existing social circles—do you need to step outside of Christian circles to be more accessible for non-Christians?

Many of us know friends who were previously active Christians but now they’re not.

Having meaningful friendships with these people is likely one of the trickiest things for a Christian to navigate. How do you share Jesus with someone who’s heard about Him before but has been hurt by the people claiming to represent Him?

Those who have been part of a church and left can easily recognize when someone is attempting to "sell" them something. This indicates that traditional methods of evangelism aren't suited for sharing Jesus with an ex-Christian. Adding to this is their hurt; they don’t trust the church or any efforts to bring them back, so conversations need to be much more sensitive and flexible than with other non-Christians.

This makes any conversation, not just conversations about faith, layered and complicated. So if you’re looking for ways to introduce Jesus to such people, we’d love to offer you these tools:

Acknowledge Their Hurt

Begin by validating their experiences. Acknowledge that individuals in the church aren’t perfect and can sometimes cause pain. Don’t dismiss their feelings, instead, show empathy. A straightforward, heartfelt statement like, "I’m so sorry the church made you feel this way," can go a long way in rebuilding trust.

Build Trust Through Apologies

Even if you haven't directly hurt them, apologising for the pain they've experienced can help rebuild trust in Christians overall. Recognize the imperfections within the church and express sorrow for the hurt caused. This humble act can open up opportunities for deeper conversations about faith.

Be Honest About Your Own Experiences

Don’t hesitate to share your own disappointments and hurts. It’s not a weakness to show you also get hurt by individuals in the church; it’s a strength. By demonstrating you have faced challenges and yet continue to follow Jesus, you showcase the resilience and hope found in an authentic relationship with Him.

Change the Invitation

Instead of urging them back to church, simplify it: just invite them to open their hearts to Jesus again. Emphasise that a personal relationship with Him is much more significant than attending a church service. This change can encourage them to view faith as deeply personal rather than associated with their negative past experiences.

Bring It Back to Jesus

Focus on sharing stories about Jesus and His compassion for those hurt by religious individuals. Highlight instances where Jesus showed immense love and care for the marginalised and those mistreated by religious leaders, such as:

• John 8:1-11: The woman caught in adultery.
• Matthew 9:20-22: The woman with the issue of blood.
• Matthew 12:9-13: The man with the shrivelled hand.

By building relationships with ex-Christians using genuine curiosity and compassion, we can help them see Jesus’s love and care. Sharing Jesus with those who have been hurt by the church requires patience, empathy, and authenticity. Let’s be there for our friends with empathy and genuine love.

Listen to their stories, offer sincere apologies, and share your own experiences. By doing this, we can assist in healing their wounds and show them the true love of Jesus.

You're trying. You want to help people know Jesus. You’ve stepped out, shared your faith, maybe even invited someone to church. But it feels like nothing’s landing.

No real conversations. No traction. Just... silence.

If that’s where you’re at, you’re not alone. We hear from the community all the time. You care deeply about others meeting Jesus—but your usual ways of sharing don’t seem to be connecting.

So what now?

Before you give up, maybe it’s time to try a different angle. A small shift in approach can open doors you didn’t expect.

The Key to Evangelism: Adaptability

Most of us default to what’s comfortable when sharing Jesus. It’s human. We find an approach we like—an invitation to church, a testimony, a good question—and we repeat it.

But evangelism isn’t one-size-fits-all. People are different. And sometimes, sticking to the same method over and over can leave us stuck.

Here’s a story that might inspire you to rethink your approach:

“I've been walking my neighbour's dog in the park and I keep bumping into the same guy who likes to do drugs 😅 I’ve invited him to church a few times but he's never really felt comfortable with this. I kept praying for him, anyway. But just recently, I changed tact and asked him if he’d like to follow Jesus—and he said yes!! So I led him in the sinner’s prayer.” — yesHEis community

Same guy. Same heart. Different approach—and it worked.

The church invite didn’t connect. But the question “Do you want to follow Jesus?” hit home. Why? Because it met him where he was.

The Apostle Paul Got It

Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 9:22, “I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some.”

He didn’t change the message—but he did change his method. He adapted to the people in front of him.

Maybe it’s time we did too.

How to Grow in Adaptability

Get God’s Direction Ask God for wisdom. He knows the person you’re trying to reach better than you do. Ask Him: → How can I meet them in a way that speaks directly to their heart?

Recognise When It’s Time to Shift Just because a conversation feels like a dead end doesn’t mean it is. Sometimes, it’s a cue to try something new. → What can you adjust about your timing, tone, or questions?

Be Willing to Try Something New Maybe they don’t need a church invite. Maybe they need your story. Or a prayer. Or someone to listen. → What could you do differently next time?

Learn from Others Who inspires you to stay flexible and bold? Surround yourself with those people. → One way to do this is to stay connected with the yesHEis community. There are stories like this shared every week!

You Don’t Have to Force It—Just Stay Open

What kind of evangelist could you become if you let go of the pressure to get it right, and instead leaned into being available, responsive, and adaptable?

Sometimes, the shift that helps someone meet Jesus isn’t big—it’s just bold. And it’s ready when you are.

Have you ever felt disappointed after sharing Jesus with someone? Maybe a conversation about faith didn’t go as you’d hoped, your testimony didn’t seem to resonate, or an invitation to church was turned down. Can we tell you something? It’s ok to feel disappointed when sharing Jesus didn’t go according to plan.

Disappointment often stems from the gap between our expectations and reality. Even Jesus faced this. In His hometown of Nazareth, He was rejected by the very people who knew Him best (Luke 4:16-30). His own disciples, despite witnessing His miracles and being in His presence, lacked faith during a storm (Matthew 8:23-27).

These moments likely didn’t unfold the way Jesus would have wanted. While disappointment is something we all encounter, the true test lies in how we choose to respond. If we’re not careful, disappointment can easily turn into discouragement when we start to believe we’ve failed. But the truth is: Successful evangelism isn’t dependent on the outcome, but on our faithfulness to sow the seeds.

In Matthew 13, Jesus shares a parable about a farmer scattering seeds on different types of soil. The results vary, not because of the sower’s effort but because of the condition of the soil. This reminds us that our job is to faithfully plant seeds—the state of the soil and the growth are in God’s hands. 

If you’re reading this and feeling disappointed by an unexpected outcome after sharing Jesus, know that we celebrate you! You were obedient to the call to share the gospel and planted a seed of faith. But if this experience has left you wanting to grow and prepare for next time, here are three questions you can ask yourself to help sharpen your approach for your next opportunity to share Jesus.

1. What can I learn from last time?

While the growth of the seeds we plant depends on the condition of their heart and the work of the Spirit, we can use our past experiences to adjust our approach and give God's Word the best chance to connect.

To do this, start by reflecting on your most recent experience sharing Jesus. Consider what went well and where there might be room for growth. If you’re looking for specific areas to reflect on, try asking yourself questions like:

• Where did I sense God’s presence or guidance during the conversation?
• How did I respond to their questions, concerns, or reactions?
• Did I communicate Jesus in a way that was relatable and meaningful to them?
• Was I actively listening to understand, or was I more focused on what I wanted to say?

Reflecting on these moments is a healthy step toward growth, but it’s important not to let it turn into overthinking. Celebrate the wins, note the learning points, and then move forward. Dwelling too long on a single experience can lead to self-doubt and discouragement. Instead, use what you’ve learned to be better prepared for the next opportunity God brings.

2. What can I expect for next time?

The expectations we have when planting seeds of faith can greatly affect the pressure we put on ourselves and how we feel about the outcome. The truth is, not every seed will show immediate results, but each one plays a role in the bigger story God is weaving.

If we judged the success of Jesus' ministry at the moment of His crucifixion, it would have seemed like failure. Yet, it was the turning point in the greatest story ever told. Similarly, what can feel like a failed attempt to share Jesus, might actually be a step toward something greater that God is working on. So, let’s adjust our expectations to remember that God’s timing and purposes are beyond our understanding, and we can trust that His word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11).

3. What do I do now?

Keep sharing Jesus. Great evangelists don’t stand out because of a few successes—they stand out because they keep sharing Jesus, no matter the outcome. Every experience builds confidence and resilience, preparing us for the next opportunity God brings. If a conversation didn’t go as planned, take heart, reflect, and trust God for another opportunity. Steady, patient persistence can often testify to the power of faith in Jesus. The people we share our faith with may even start to think, “If they care enough to keep coming back lovingly and patiently, maybe there’s something to this.”

Take the next step—don’t let disappointment hold you back. Keep sharing Jesus with love and faithfulness, trusting that each effort counts. Reflect, adjust, and go again, knowing that God is working through you. Every seed you plant matters, and in His timing, there will be a harvest.

‍Start today; your faithfulness can make an eternal impact.

You've got a friend. You care for them. And at some point, you might have thought:

"How can I talk about Jesus in a manner that truly resonates with them?
"They didn’t grow up attending church."
"They're not overly interested in religion."

But you still wish to share your faith authentically, without it feeling odd.

You're not alone. Many of us find ourselves in this place. We aspire to converse about Jesus without it seeming forced or out of context. Here's a suggestion: commence not with theology, but with what they know.

Films. Music. TikTok. Video games. Beloved stories.

These elements can genuinely assist in discussing Jesus in ways that are natural and significant. Pop Culture Isn’t a Hindrance — It’s a Bridge Many are more familiar with the Marvel universe than with the Gospel of John. That doesn’t hinder discussions about Jesus. You might just need to begin elsewhere.

Pop culture teems with themes like sacrifice, redemption, love, purpose, and identity. When these links are made, they open doors for profound conversations. Here are a few examples.

Start with Areas of Current Connection
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The Chronicles of Narnia: Aslan's sacrifice to save Edmund is not just a pivotal moment. It mirrors Jesus's sacrifice for us. Your friend might already be aware of this story, making it a fitting introduction to Jesus.

The Legend of Zelda: Link's quest to restore peace resembles Jesus's journey. Doesn't that remind you of Jesus? He ventured into a broken realm, confronting evil and providing hope and healing.

Music: Consider “All of Me” by John Legend. It transcends mere romance. It resonates with a universal yearning for true, unconditional love. Such love points to something more profound. It signifies the divine love offered by God and can initiate a dialogue about genuine love's essence.

Four Ways to Link Pop Culture with the Story of Jesus
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1. Identify Shared Interests
Begin with what interests them—films, books, games, music. Many of these narratives explore profound themes. Inquire about their preferences and reasons. Let that steer you to more meaningful discussions.

Try saying:
“What films do you enjoy?”
“Who's your current favourite artist?”
“You seem to enjoy that game a lot—what do you like about it?”

2. Find Connections
Once in conversation, draw simple analogies.

“In Clash of Clans, you're always building defenses for protection, right? It mirrors how we tend to protect ourselves in reality. That's something Jesus addresses—how one needn't face life solo or remain on guard constantly.”

“Noticed how TikTok users often seek likes and validation? Everyone craves visibility and acceptance. I found that in God—authentic love unaltered by my performance.”

“Remember that line in Blinding Lights—‘I'm running out of time’—it reminds me of chasing transient satisfactions. I used to but faith offered everlasting fulfilment.”

3. Start with a Well-Known Story
Having Star Wars as the opener can sometimes assist.

“You know how Anakin intends to balance the Force? The concept of a ‘chosen one’ rings a bell with Jesus. He too brought peace—not only among people but between us and God.”

“Reflect on Darth Vader. Despite seeming lost, Luke believed in his redemption. That's akin to how I perceive Jesus's actions towards us.”

4. Foster Curiosity
Rather than presenting a message, sometimes posing a thoughtful question is more effective..

“What draws us to tales of sacrifice?”
“Ever observed the plentitude of songs about love, recognition, or acceptance? It reflects our shared yearnings.”

These queries create opportunities without pressuring. They open doors to genuine dialogue. And there, faith can begin to flourish. A Sermon Isn’t Required—Just a Starting Point

Engaging your friend with something they're passionate about—be it music, cinema, stories, or trends—can be the most natural segue to a dialogue on Jesus. The message remains unchanged. You're simply finding a better entry point. You recognize Jesus's gifts of life, hope, and love. Could it be that the story your friend embraces is perfectly priming them for His narrative?

So, during your next chat about preferred series or trends, pay attention. You might just discover an opportunity. When you do, seize it.