When you’ve been transformed by meeting the Real Jesus, you feel the urge to invite others to experience that same life change. Knowing Jesus has transformed our lives, so the goal of our worship services, from our kids’ environments on up, is to help people know that same love.
People are much more likely to attend a church when they’ve received a personal invitation from someone they trust. It can alleviate the anxiety that comes with navigating a new place and the apprehensions many have regarding church. But inviting people to church can feel scary and even awkward sometimes. Here are four simple ways to engage others:
Social media is where we share about so many aspects of our lives, so why should church not be one of them? In this digital age, social media is a great way to share and connect with others. You can find content to repost or share on our Instagram or Facebook pages!
Copy one of these sample texts, fill in the blanks, and invite a friend to Church on the Move.
Sample Text:
Resist the urge to correct, belittle church-hurt, or defend your beliefs. Instead, listen for meaning, seek to understand, validate them, care for what people have been through, and have an open/respectful conversation about each other’s beliefs.
With each question, remember, this is a conversation, not a sales pitch for church. The most important thing is getting to know this person and caring for them.
When we start a conversation, care for, embrace, and reach out to our neighbors, the barista, the check-out clerk, our kids’ teachers, and our coworkers, we open the door for friendship and for opportunities to spread the Gospel.
When you start engaging the people around you, you’ll have more opportunities to share the life and stories of Jesus. Ultimately, don’t forget to people in a way that is authentic and rooted in a place of genuine love and care.
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