God's Glory Church

“What do you want me to do to you?” — Luke 18:41

Ann came to the surgeon for an examination. It was her old acquaintance. After the examination, the doctor asked: “Do you have any questions?” “Yes,” answered Anne. “Did you go to church on Sunday?” The question was not judgmental. With his help, the girl wanted to start a conversation about faith.

The surgeon did not have the most pleasant childhood memories of the church. But thanks to Ann’s question and conversation, he rethought the role of Jesus Christ and the church in his life. Anne later presented the doctor with a Bible with his name on the cover. He received her with tears in his eyes.

Sometimes we are afraid of aggression from non-believers or we don’t want to seem aggressive ourselves, so we don’t dare to talk about faith. But there is a great way to involve a person in a friendly conversation – to ask a question.

Jesus, God in the flesh, knew everything, but asked many questions. We cannot always understand with what intention He did this, but His questions definitely aroused interest and encouraged conversation. He asked His future disciples: “What are you looking for?” (John 1:38). The Lord said to blind Bartimaeus: “What do you want me to do for you?” (Mark 10:51; Luke 18:41). He turned to the relaxed person with the question: “Do you want to be healthy?” (John 5:6). And in each of the above cases, changes in life occurred after the question.

Is there someone you know with whom you want to talk about faith? Ask God to put the right questions on your heart.

Why are questions better conversation starters than direct statements? What questions can you ask those who need spiritual help?

Lord Jesus, help me to communicate with people in such a way as to direct them to You.

Author: David Brenon