For Reflection/Discussion: Why are some Christians reluctant to share the Good News of God's love with others? What is the difference between a conversation and an argument? Which is the more effective form of communication? What stands in the way of our having meaningful conversation with others about Jesus? How might Lewis's approach in Mere Christianity offer us a model on how to talk with others about Christianity?

For Reflection/Discussion: Why are questions necessary and important in creating a climate that is conducive to meaningful spiritual conversation? What benefits come from the wise use of questions? What are some helpful questions to ask in the course of a spiritual conversation? What is a self-refuting statement? What are some examples? How can questions help reveal the self-refuting nature of a statement or claim? Why are the statements "There is no such thing as Absolute Truth" and "We cannot believe anything that can't be proved by science" self-refuting? Can you think of others?

For Reflection/Discussion: What are some of the ways that followers of Jesus can better inform themselves about basic Christian beliefs and why we believe them? Are you prepared to give an answer to anyone who might ask you to give a reason for the hope you have in Christ? If not, why not? What are some resources that are available at Stonebridge? On the internet?

For Reflection/Discussion: What unrealistic expectations do many Christians have about sharing the Good News with others? What is our part and what is God's part in a person's becoming a believer? Why is prayer essential to effective evangelism? Are you praying for specific people you know to become followers of Jesus? Are you praying for StoneBridge to be more effective in reaching people with the Good News of God's love? Why or why not? What is your biggest "takeaway" from this week's message?