Adopted By God

Witnessing Through Christian Fiction...
Does it ever seem like when it comes time to talk to friends or family about God that suddenly we find ourselves completely tongue-tied or extremely nervous? I remember one time when the person I was witnessing to went to the bathroom I called a Christian friend of mine quickly and said in a panicked voice, "What is the prayer of salvation again?" She helped me to remember there is not one specific prayer of salvation - that you just need to invite Christ into your heart and ask that He forgive you for your sins.
God can work in powerful ways in your lost loved ones hearts through many different ways. One way that I encourage you to pray about is through Christian fiction. Think about the person who you really want to know God and who has been on your heart. Does this person enjoy reading as a pastime? There are some truly amazing and life-changing books out there that I encourage you to check out.
It has been my experience that it works best to give the book to the person as a gift, not as a loaner. The person will be touched that you thought of them. Especially if it is someone from work or an acquaintances you don't know as well. I give the type of book I know will be of interest to that person, yet has a powerful message of salvation. (See book suggestions and links below). Pray before you give the book. God will let you know clearly which book you should give, when you should give it and how you should say it. You may feel uncomfortable at first when you begin giving books, but continue to give and God will bless you deeply. In addition, the people who read these books will come back to you and thank you.
If the person chooses to read the book it will generate all sorts of conversations surrounding God and religion. If questions arise that you cannot answer, please use the Christian Research Institute link on this page to contact and ask your questions there or feel free to contact me.

Suggested Christian Fiction:

Titles By Randy Alcorn
Please check out Randy's website http://www.epm.org/
I suggest you sign up for his newsletter that he will mail to your home.

Deadline This is my #1 choice for nonChristian seekers. It portrays 3 men in a car accident and their final destinies: Heaven, Hell and Undecided (this one is still alive). I would also recommend it for Christians who are needing a clear perspective of Heaven - not just everyone sitting around playing harps all the time - how unbelievable and exciting it is. By the way, Randy's books are awesome to listen to on audiobook.

Lord Foulgrin's Letters Every Christian should read this book. It helps Christians become aware of the actual spiritual battle we are all in. I really pick and choose if I give this to a nonChristian because I think it is almost too much to handle at once. Every hot topic issue is addressed in this book. But, there are some who it is excellent for. Again, God will guide you.

Edge of Eternity This book is just amazing and really makes you think! I give it to any Christian and the intellectual seeking nonChristian. It leads to all sorts of great discussions. Read it for yourself and let it change your life!

Randy has numerous other fiction items that are all wonderful. His non-fiction is also terrific. As you can tell he is my favorite author!

THE LEFT BEHIND SERIES
By Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins
Official Left Behind website:
http://www.leftbehind.com/channelbooks.asp

I have found that the popular Left Behind series (a series of 12 books based on the Book of Revelation) is an excellent tool for witnessing. Although some Christians disagree with Tim LaHaye's views about what will happen and how some aspects are interpreted, there is no denying that over and over again LaHaye offers the reader a model of how to become a Christian through characters' salvation. I have seen several friends grow from this reading.

I recommend giving this book to a nonChristian who enjoys exciting, engaging fiction. I always just give the first book. Here is a link to Amazon where the first in the series sells for 1 cent.
http://www.leftbehind.com/channelbooks.asp

Whether or not your friend continues to read the series is irrelevant, what is relevant is what they gained. Engage them in discussion. Ask them if they would like to watch the movie with you.

There are 2 movies in the series. You can buy them as a two pack for $3.49 at http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?item_no=45744&netp_id=289834&event=EFIN|27512|71218
By the way, christianbook.com is a great resource for most items that you would normally
buy at your local store. You can usually get items significantly reduced.

There is so much more wonderful Christian fiction. Does your unsaved mom love romance? Think Liz Curtis Higgs. Does your unsaved roommate get thrilled by thrillers? Check out Craig Parshall. The key to picking out a good piece to give: (1) Pray about giving a book (2) Read the book first yourself (3) Make sure it has a clear salvation message (4) Give the book and wait for a response.