4 Ways for Christian to Witness... Without Offending Someone

We’ve all heard it, "Don’t force your religion on me!" As followers of Christ, we don’t want to force our beliefs on anyone, but we do want to share the how Jesus Christ has changed our lives. Often times the best way of witnessing is the most subtle way. The following will share some creative ways you can spark an important spiritual conversation without offending someone.

Ask a Question: While nobody likes to be "told" something, nearly no one finds it offensive to be asked a question. Enquiries like "What’s the significance of that jewelry your wearing?" or "What does your t-shirt 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.

Where a t-shirt: 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. If you do an search engine lookup for the term "Christian t-shirt", you’re sure to find a Christian clothing company that you’d like. A word of caution applies here though. Many Christian T-shirts might have a negative impact if the design is too pushy or obviously religious. While a shirt with a cross or fish symbol probably won’t start a conversation, a shirt with Scripture or attractive artwork might.

Play Music: Have you ever been asked, "Who’s that your listening to?" Playing a Christian Music CD at work or on the road can be a great way to start a conversation. Many non-believers are more receptive to a spiritual message when it is portrayed in the form of art or music. While trying to force a verse down someone’s throat is going too far, explaining the significance of a Christian song would probably not offend anyone.

Wear Jewelry: Another way to start a conversation can be through Christian jewelry. Often times, people wear religious symbols without even knowing the meaning behind them. Whether you’re wearing it or the other person is, jewelry makes a great way to lead into a spiritual discussion. Questions like "what’s the meaning behind that jewelry you’re wearing?" can go a long way.

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 be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you will know how to answer anyone." Presenting the message of Christ "seasoned with salt" means that we offer a tasteful, yet never compromising message to the world.

Justin Palmer is the internet marketing director for C28.com. Justin also runs Palmer Web Marketing, which offers affordable Seo article writing and SEO tutorial eBooks.