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Gospel Stories
Start a conversation. Share the story.
Building a relationship with a non-believer can be difficult. We hope these gospel stories inspire you to start a conversation with a non-believer in your sphere. It’s the start that matters. Not every conversation leads to a breakthrough. But every conversation is a step of faith.
Read personal accounts of gospel conversations started by people just like you with a neighbor, co-worker, family member, or friend.
Start a conversation. Share the story.
Building a relationship with a non-believer can be difficult. We hope these gospel stories inspire you to start a conversation with a non-believer in your sphere. It’s the start that matters. Not every conversation leads to a breakthrough. But every conversation is a step of faith.
Read personal accounts of gospel conversations started by people just like you with a neighbor, co-worker, family member, or friend.
Stories
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“It started with opening our home to a young adult in need of a safe place to stay. She has experienced the generosity and love of our family and church community, and we have been able to give her a Bible and have frequent gospel conversations.”
Rachael Knoop
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“It started with my first meeting with a guy I’ll be mentoring. He shared that he grew up going to church but fell away, and no one had ever shared with him how to follow Jesus. I walked him through several Bible verses, and he wants to continue having conversations.”
Mike Olson
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“It started with meeting a friend at Krav Maga, and we’ve stayed connected through shared interests like Renaissance Fairs. I’m planning for us to attend one together and invite other friends to join, while continuing to pray for opportunities to share the gospel.”
Abby Knepper
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“It started with stopping by my neighbor’s house for a quick question, but it was clear her heart was heavy. A brief hello turned into a deep conversation about grief and God’s love, and I was able to pray with her.”
Shannon Lewis
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“It started with my 4-year-old playing at his babysitter’s house, where he set up a makeshift podium to share the gospel with his friends. His sitter is not a believer, so it’s cool to see our son sharing what he’s learned about Jesus.”
Tiffany Hibbert
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“It started with talking about books with my neighbor, and he recently texted me about one he read with religious themes. I bought a copy of the book so we can talk about it together!”
Bob Martin
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“It started with lunch after the THINK conference, where we chatted with our waitress and learned she had recently moved from Fort Wayne and hadn’t made many connections in Indianapolis. We exchanged numbers and invited her to church on Sunday.”
Molly Lawton
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“It started with a conversation with a neighbor during her father’s 90th birthday party, where she introduced me to her family as a missionary. This opened the door to share how the Lord has worked throughout my years of gospel ministry.”
Robert DeBruin
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“It started with a text from my neighbor that her father had been rushed to the hospital with a heart attack, and I let her know I was praying. A few days later, she replied, ‘I think God answered your prayers…my father-in-law is being discharged.'”
Mandy Confer
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“It started with library visits with my daughter. I haven’t shared the gospel yet, but I am starting to get to know Sarah, and every time we visit the library, we make a point to connect.”
Karesse Warren
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“It started while I was getting my hair cut. We moved from surface conversation to things that mattered to Joe.”
Larry Lewis
We’re collecting stories to help inspire others to start a conversation with a non-believer in their sphere. It’s the start that matters. So whether it is initiating a conversation, building a relationship, or sharing the gospel, we want to hear your story!