Witness usually occurs by simply telling your story to a friend, neighbor, acquaintance, or stranger through a casual conversation. It begins by listening (really listening) to the other and his/her story, without worrying about your response. Listen, smile, be genuine, and simply share your story, when appropriate. If you’re concerned about a family member, pray and trust God to send the right person to share faith with your loved one.
Here are four ways to help reflect on your story (taken from Evangelical Catholic):
What was the character of that person? What words or actions of his/her had an effect on you? How did he or she describe his/her faith? Did he or she invite you to something (Bible Study, Mom Group, Fun Fair, Prayer Service) in the Church? Now, tell someone else about this person and what he or she did for you.
Many conversion stories (not all, as many also have known Jesus since they were children) have a before and after:
My life was … before Jesus was in my life.
My life is now … after Jesus is now the center of my life.
Tips on Sharing Your Faith (How To Share Your Faith With Anyone: A Practical Manual for Catholic Evangelization by Terry Barber):
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