When we are talking with unbelievers, we need to remember two things (at least).  First, that we used to be where they are right now; and two, that they are scared to death (rightly-so) of this God about Whom we speak (in Jesus).  Because of this, they have to concoct all their arguments against Him, (which they themselves know perfectly well are false).

One of the most exciting parts of the Spirit-filled Christian church life, is evangelism.  Sharing the good news of Jesus with poor lost sinners, for whom we have great care, is such a sweet blessing.  I will convey some of my thoughts on “The Apologetic Life”; and you can see whether or not you agree with them. . . .

First of all, the “Apologetic Life” is simply being in the presence of God, via Jesus Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit–while we are in the company of other fellow fallen sinners.  In other words, the “Apologetic Life” is principally the exuding of the love, grace, mercy, and kindness of Christ through the Person of the Holy Spirit living and ministering through us.

As we interact with people, we listen to them, we give them our unfeigned attention, and we show them that we truly care for them.  As we do this, it opens the door for them to be able to hear our words about Jesus spoken to them in love.  But, it is important that we first listen.  We are not on a “mission,” waiting to get our “foot” in the “door,” and to begin a religious speech.  Instead, we are willing to give the other person the opportunity to express him- or herself, and to do so without unnecessary opposition and friction.

. . . And, because the regenerated Christian church member possesses the blessed Holy Spirit, he or she has no need to be anxious, worried, or perturbed.  If the person with whom we are speaking seeks to disprove, destroy, discredit, or disrespect our Christian faith, we need not get unduly moved by any of this.

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