How to start and maintain spiritual conversations without being a jerk.

From the comfort zone through the awkward zone and beyond.

From the comfort zone through the awkward zone and beyond.

Who are we trying to reach out to?

“Customer” Profile for _______________ Assets

Disconnected from Christ Exploring Christ 20% Growing in Christ 60% Close to Christ Christ-Centered 20% Curious about Christ è

This is relational, not transactional Do we see ourselves to be competent guides who introduce others to THE Guide? Do we challenge clearly? Do we call for a decision? Do we give them a clear next step? This is relational, not transactional Have we painted a vision of success? Do we offer a plan that has practical steps? Do we raise the stakes for them? Have we defined and surfaced the problem(s) the person is facing?

The Discipleship Funnel

The Discipleship Funnel

The Discipleship Funnel

The Discipleship Funnel

Evangelism as initial spiritual guidance

Three simple steps to starting a conversation with anyone, anytime

Test the handle

Test the handle [Jesus said] “Whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace to this house!’ And if anyone is there who shares in peace, your peace will rest upon that person, but if not, it will return to you. ~Luke 10:5-6

How to ask questions that surface a person’s spiritual story

Four key diagnostic questions you can use to sustain a spiritual conversation

Telling Your Faith Story