How do people normally find out you are a Christian?

Because I have been upfront and told them.

Because we have had a conversation that has touched on faith.

Because when I’ve shared my life story, God is mentioned.

People know I am involved with my church.

How often do you talk about your Christian faith with non-Christians?

When I can relate it to something in my life.

More regularly when there is something relevant happening at my local church.

I look for opportunities in the everyday but don’t want to force the conversation.

When I feel prompted by God.

Why do you share your faith?

Because God has put people in my life to share with.

Because many people have practical and spiritual needs that need to be met.

Because we are called to preach the Gospel to everyone!

Because sometimes God gives me an opportunity to speak into someone’s life about my faith.

Who do you share your faith with?

People who I am doing life with - at work or at the school gate.

Generally those who live locally who I know I can connect with others.

I intentionally look for opportunities with anyone who will listen.

Normally those I am serving and working alongside.

How do you prefer to share your faith with others?

Through sharing my story and experiences of God.

By inviting people to church services, events and courses.

Using the Bible and sharing Gospel truths.

By demonstrating God’s love practically.

When do you share your faith?

I share my faith in the every day, generally as I get to know people.

My faith is shared by the way I live and is particularly evident in the way I care for others.

I share my faith at any given time. I am always looking for opportunities.

As soon as someone finds out about my faith and asks me about it, I share!

How comfortable are you using words to explain your faith?

Very comfortable, I use everyday language to share my faith.

My actions speak loudly and I only use words when necessary.

I am comfortable using Bible verses and Gospel illustrations to share my faith.

I find it hard to put my faith into words and often look to others to help.

How do you find faith conversations begin?

When someone asks my about my faith.

Normally when people ask me why I do what I do.

I normally instigate them.

In conversation as I share life with others.

What helps you confidently have a conversation about faith?

When the person I am speaking to asks me to share my story.

Knowing there is somewhere I can invite the person I am speaking to where they can explore faith.

Having my Bible handy and knowing how to share the Gospel.

When the person has initiated the conversation.

What is a good outcome from a faith sharing interaction?

The person wants to meet again to explore more.

The person knows they are loved by God.

When someone has grasped what the Gospel is all about.

When someone is up for coming along to church with me.

What role do you play in helping new Christians grow as a disciple?

Finding the best place for them to grow in their faith.

Helping them become part of a loving community.

Journeying intentionally alongside that person sharing what life with Jesus looks like.

Talking through the difference Jesus makes in our lives practically.

What role does your church community play in your faith sharing practices?

Lots of my faith sharing happens outside of organised church activity.

The church community can be supportive but can be a bit programmatic.

The church encourages me in my faith sharing.

My church activities and events are integral to how I share my faith.

Life Sharer

You have a story to tell.

And your story is about how God has worked in your life, which can often revolve around specific moments. Telling your life story is your most comfortable way of sharing about your Christian faith. Your story naturally points to the beneficial impact faith has made on your life.

You are authentic and real in the way you live your life. And your life is like an open book. As well as sharing your story, you are comfortable airing your struggles with life and faith, and encouraging others to share with them.

You are also likely to listen well and want to hear where other people are at and how the Christian faith can help them. Sharing your faith starts with the simple and personal truth of Jesus and you are comfortable talking about your relationship with Jesus in real terms.

You might find conversations about faith with unchurched people less comfortable when these move into areas of apologetics or around deeper theological issues; you prefer to share your experience and the very real difference Jesus continues to make in your life.

Team Player

We’re in this together.

You love the beauty of the church family. Different people from different backgrounds drawn together as one family. As one body, we each have different gifts and when it comes to sharing faith, you love to see how the body of the church works together to help bring somebody to faith.

You see your role as complimentary to the role of others in your church fellowship and are happy to play your part. You see others as being more competent at explaining the Christian faith and see your role as connecting your contacts to those who can share Jesus effectively. For example, this may be your church leader.

You feel most comfortable building relationships with people and then inviting them to experience the church family. This might mean inviting friends or colleagues along to a Sunday service or it could be to a specific church event or programme where they will get to hear what the Gospel is all about.

You may feel very comfortable talking about church life and activities (such as Alpha or Christianity Explored) but less comfortable having spiritual conversations or explaining the Gospel outside of the church context. You may well be hesitant about instigating a direct decision-making moment.

In your commitment to the church family, you may well take part in church-led evangelism activities even if these are not something you would do normally. For example, you may join a walk of witness, carol singing or even handing out tracts if its part of an organised church activity.

Overall you see your role as a relational connection to help seekers connect with the church family and hear the message of the Gospel.

Bible Revealer

The Gospel message is urgent.

And everybody needs to hear it! You have a deep confidence in God and the power of Scripture and you are passionate about sharing the good news of Jesus. You don’t shirk away from your convictions and you tend to be more direct in sharing your faith, proactively looking for opportunities.

And more than just sharing the Gospel, you aren’t afraid to challenge people to make a response. You know the Gospel is true and that people can have their lives transformed as they say ‘yes’ to Jesus. Sometimes this can cause some friction but you are aware that the Gospel can be offensive.

You are able to share the Gospel using the Bible, drawing on specific verses and stories. You know that your role is to share Jesus and that the Holy Spirit convicts.

You are likely an active and committed member of your local church but can sometimes get frustrated that other Christians aren’t more public about their faith.

The Bible is essential in evangelism and informs your thinking and behaviour. You have clarity on complex issues, many of which are black and white to you. Whenever you engage in a faith sharing conversation, you back up your views biblically.

Compassion Revealer

Actions speak louder than words.

You have a servant-heart and you want people to feel loved and valued. You have a deep desire to show how Christians love others and the world by following Jesus’ example of loving the last, the least and the lost.

You want to reveal God’s compassion as you serve practically. You may well volunteer at a faith-led social justice project or help at caring initiatives by, for example, serving at a food bank or community garden. On top of this, you may also serve people in your community in an ad hoc way, as you see people’s needs emerge. Sometimes this is simply to show the love of God in action.

When you think about people’s faith journey, you see acceptance as foundational. People need to know that they are loved. By helping people belong and become part of your faith community, you see that you are helping people make some initial steps to becoming a Christian.

Your actions show Jesus and you are all too aware that words can mess things up. One of your big concerns when it comes to sharing your faith in words, is that people may be offended, made to feel uncomfortable or even feel unloved as a result.

Intentional Discipler

You love to journey with people.

There is no division between your Christian life and everything else. Your Christian faith impacts everything.

You are likely to have just as many unchurched friends as you have Christian friends. You carry a sense of responsibility that God has placed you in the relationships to share about Him.

You are open and engaging with your faith. People know you are a Christian and you are not embarrassed by this. You are happy to be different to others and have a confidence in what you believe.

You have the ability to talk about Christianity in a way that makes sense to the people you connect with who are outside of the church.

You tend to see evangelism and discipleship as one and the same - as a journey of nurturing faith in people around you. This journey starts with where the person is and you help draw them authentically into their life with Jesus.

You are likely to have had a light bulb moment in your faith story and as you journey with people, you are aware that there may well be a moment of conversion. As you share your faith, you are compassionate and balance your conservative biblically-based call to share the Gospel with the need to hear and understand other people and love everybody as they are.

Open Connector

You’re always open for a God conversation.

You aspire to live your life well, showing people how God affects your life. You know yourself well. You really don’t want to appear pushy when it comes to sharing your faith. You're not a salesperson for God. Rather than being confrontational and direct, you instead always leave the door open for conversations about faith.

When a moment to share offers itself, you will take the opportunity to speak about your faith calmly and confidently. You have the words to express what you believe.

You may like the idea of being God-led, taking spontaneous opportunities as they appear. For you, it’s God who creates the opportunities to share faith and they can’t be rushed.

You may not like the idea of co-ordinated mission activities or church evangelism strategies. These can feel uncomfortable, especially if conversations have a sense of being forced or unnatural. You sometimes find it awkward or contrived to be pressured into inviting friends to organised church outreach events.

You have a desire to meet people where they are at with the truth of your faith. You balance a sense of duty to share your faith with a love and a care for the individuals you meet. You’re rarely confrontational and have a humble confidence in Jesus.

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