pros⋅e⋅lyt⋅ize
to convert or attempt to convert as a proselyte; recruit.
Today I had someone say to me, "I don't like being proselytized." It was an interesting conversation with someone I don't know particularly well. I was questioning this person's beliefs about God (they are an atheist) and what they believed about our origins. This person got offended when I presented some basic arguments against atheism. I didn't mean to be too forward or pushy, but apparently I was.
The comment made me realize something, or at least it reinforced what I already knew - arguments and debates don't generally win people to Christ. More often, I think the heart is reached by kindness and love. "They will know we are Christians by our love." Not by our well reasoned, polished arguments. Although I'd like to have those too.
Well, this blog can't be considered proselytizing, cause you chose to read it!
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