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[mom_of_lvdr]

I tried to talk to this guy at work tonight about God.I have talked to him before about it.He doesn't believe in God or the devil.He had told me before where ever he goes someone is always trying to talk to him about God

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[tiny_tinkerbell]

I'm a reader, so I tend to go with books. A really great one for drug-users is "Son of a Preacher Man" and for people with violent lifestyles, the Nicky Cruz story "Run, Baby, Run" is exciting and really extreme. I have both these books if you'd like to borrow them, but I'd prefer if you not lend the "Son of a Preacher Man" one, since it's signed by the author.

Maybe try music? Ask Natalie for recommendations since she's a lot more familiar with Christian bands than I am.

Keep with it. And remember, one of the best ways to witness is by example. Your sweet nature and your good life are an inspiration to the unsaved, whether you're aware of it or not. I love you!

p.s. Want me to make you an icon? If you email me a pic of Lily I can do that, or I can find you one online if you don't want her photo

[all_2_you]

"Blue Like Jazz" by Donald Miller

the book is about non-religious thoughts on Christianity. I've been reading this book personally when i get the time and it has opened my eyes to what i have never seen as far as someone who hasn't grown up a Christian. It's really well written and his little stories are captivating and really will hook someone, even if they aren't really interested in Christianity.

[mom_of_lvdr]

can you tell me a little more about the book?

[bugs_ear]

Well, another good book is the ol' Bible. You can find inexpensive ones in NIV for under $10. If you need the money for it, I've always got money for giving people Bibles.

Two other suggestions, listen to him. Way too many Christians are ready to give advice and tell people what to do. Listen and care. Ask him questions like if he was raised in a church and how he felt about it (whether he was or wasn't). Why does he say he doesn't believe in God or the devil? Ask open ended questions like that and make him feel safe with his answers.

Then, when you feel like it might be appropriate, pray with him. I know that wouldn't be possible at work and I think you're not comfortable praying out loud. But that's where there's some awesome power--two people praying out loud together. It's the glue in my marriage big time. If there isn't an opportunity to pray together, at least let him know that you're praying for him.

Just thought of another idea for down the road. Once you're settled in your new/old church, invite him to come sometime.

[mom_of_lvdr]

He has read the bible and I do ask him why he thinks the way he does.He thinks that no one knows what happens when you die and he believes in a god called Bob(which is his name)He likes to read so I need to get him a book that will help.He has alot of problems like his mom tried to kill herself and is now brain damaged,he thinks he is bipolar and has had thoughts of killing himself.He has anger problems.He's always drawing evil things.I think he has been attacked by the devil too.He has also read books on witchcraft.
But I do listen to him and he listens to me and asks me questions and I try to answer if I know the answer.

[bugs_ear]

Man, that's rough stuff. That's cool that he's asking you questions. But it's not cool that he's reading witchcraft books.

There was a book by a former coven leader who ended up getting saved. In fact, I think I heard him speak at Carpenter's Home back in the 80s. My brain can't come up with her name but remind me at Thanksgiving and I'll ask Bonnie. She may even have the book.