I appreciate zeal and energy and passion but in our zeal, we just need to do it in a loving way and do it in a compassionate way, not share our faith in a robotic or mechanical way, but interact with the person, listen to them, and respond appropriately to their questions.
Greg LaurieGod rewards the person who is diligent. And for those who will take time in their day to seek the Lord, for those who will take time to read His Word, for those who will take time to wait upon Him, He will reveal His truths to them.
Greg LaurieI don't think the problem that we have today is overzealous believers. I think the problem we have is underzealous believers.
Greg LaurieThe kids (in the Jesus Movement) weren't singing for themselves. It seemed like they were singing TO Someone.
Greg LaurieHe who rejects the Bible has nothing to live by. Neither does he have anything to die by.
Greg LaurieUltimately, we know that the way a person finds salvation, the way a person comes into a relationship with God is by admitting their sin and turning to Christ. So, I think because they have done religious ritual A or B or C and think that is sufficient and that's all that is expected, now religion has become a barrier instead of a bridge and gives a false sense of satisfaction.
Greg Laurie