Dropping a JESUS BOMB

[happymommy]

My husband has a wonderful collection of Catholic t-shirts. They all have great sayings on them, they start some conversations. It’s his way of getting the “word” out there. We have friends that can’t wait to see which shirt he will be wearing next!

 

[That_one_guy]

My husband has a wonderful collection of Catholic t-shirts. They all have great sayings on them, they start some conversations. It’s his way of getting the “word” out there. We have friends that can’t wait to see which shirt he will be wearing next!

I live right outside Salt Lake City.I love to wear this t-shirt with a giant cross on the back.Written over the back in gothic english letters is, “The message of the Cross is foolishness to those who are perishing. But to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” 1 Cor 1:18.
(The Mormons don’t use the cross.) I heard a kid tell his Dad,"I never knew that was in the Bible.

 

[SteveGC]

However, if the crucifix is not on the wall for some reason, people do notice that, and comment on it.

Interesting point. I know I sure would notice it. I wonder if any of my acquaintences would. hmmm…

Those crucifixes ARE doing their jobs, hanging on those walls.

Yes, perhaps I am quick to judge their effectiveness. After all, I can’t see into the heart of another. But I see the disregard clearly, though.

Aren’t we blessed to be working in Catholic hospitals where people are cared for spiritually as well as physically?

Amen.

 

[adelore]

It drives me nuts to hear someone say the explative “G_d D__n”.

“God doesn’t need a dam, because he can walk on water”

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This is a Great reply to someone when they take Gods name in vain. Thank you for posting it!

 

[mystagogia]

Here’s one of my strategies:

1. Get simple backpack.
2. Put a Bible in it.
3. Take the backpack everywhere you go.
4. Take the Bible out in public places where you would normally be reading the paper: on the train, at lunch, in a waiting room, etc.

That’s it.

The point is not to be seen going around so piously, but to rather put God out there as a conversation starter. People who have genuine questions about God and who want honest answers will take note and are likely to ask you about it. Be nice, be polite, accomodating and honest. And it’s great reading, to boot.

 

[MGV12]

Lots of good ideas.
Does anyone have experience with evangilizing to your own teenage kids & a semi fallen away wife? My children are 20, 17, and the twins are 14. My wife is a super person but she is so busy she kinda forgets abotu church and god.

any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

grey & grummpy, but none the less JOYOUS!
jay

The following things have helped God become ever more present in our household in deed and action. My teenage sisters and brothers have all finally come round actually talking about their faith a lot more, they don’t feel a twinge of embarrassment or what have you, when I bring it up. They go to church more now. They’ve come a long ways but their journey is not over.

• the following worked for me - and I’m still walking the journey
• Pray the rosary in the afternoon for 3-4 months straight or for everyday of the year. (preferably when they’re at home). Always pray for your family and your concerns, but also give thanks and praise. * BELIEVE me Mom sows seeds.

• when they ask, why are praying, why are you suddenly so “religious”, just be honest. Keep it simple, " I just realized, God Loves me, I live in God’s Love, and I love him. This God who became man(Jesus) and died so that I could be at his side. This glorious God, who has given you to me to Love."

*At meals pray. Ask if anyone would like to say grace, or incorporate their concerns into your prayer."

• Real men watch ETWN programming as often as possible, like Crossing the Goal especially will be interesting to see in your living room.
• Have the bible & the Catechism of the Catholic Church open or here and about in your house. Have various book about, so they’ll pick them up. “Surprised by Truth - series” is awesome, “God is Love” encyclical by Pope Benedict XVI, The Essential Catholic Survival guide - apologetics", the YCAT (youth version of CCC - readable if they pick it up). One special occasions (birthdays, etc, _ buy them a teens bible) I bought my brother the “LIVE” NRSV Harper collins catholic bible edition, & my little sister - “Break Through” - bibleNAB by St. Mary’s Press. College bibles are available too, if your 20 yr old is in college " St. Mary’s Press College bible is good too or Catholic Answers NAB bible is good, Fireside catholic bible is also very good. Listen to christian music (with the understanding it’s denomination - but it’s great as an evangelical means to share.)
  <)) youtube.com/watch?v=OAKBXBXz1fo
  <)) Switchfoot - Your love is a song
  <))David Crowder Band - How He Loves
  <)) Santus Real - We need each other
  <))Tenth Avenue North - Love is here, By Your Side, Hold My Heart, Beloved,
• make time to do something with each of them. With your wife, make sure you take her out - make an experience, not a tab at a dinner table." Make time to listen to her,take time to learn to make a dessert, a side platter or main course meal.
• share your love of God, Jesus, and his church in your own words, this may be through apologetics, post its, emails, actions/example etc.
• Even if your kids aren’t very open to your about their likes and dislike, plan trips with them in mind (hikes). Volunteer at your parish or bigger parish community - they have events, or better ministries, like feeding the homeless, etc. Bring them onboard to “help”.
  Always thanks them for what little they are able to give of themselves, and encourage, and uplift them to be better, do better, not because you expect this character of them, but because you love them and want so much for them - this comes from God.

Some of the best results, I’ve gained - when my planned outcomes, failed.

That’s when you let your heart pour out. Why your trying to be a better man, a real man, the man God has called you to be. For your wife, for your children. The world is richer, deeper, knowable yet mysterious, but worth it, oh so worth it, because God is here. He is the center of our hearts and souls, he is everything, and he wants more for us then just “okay” then just “the motions” then just “this.” God loves us, God loves each and every single one of us. And you finally get that.

Trust in God’s love, surrender your woes to the author of Love. Give them the best of your self, so that they will continue to grow to be open to God even when your not there to directly influence them.

Mia

*sorry for any misspelling.

 

[Michael0993]

Well, coming from a particular secular high school I found a couple ways of dropping the “Jesus Bomb” some of my favorites are…

1. When someone tells me “good luck” on a test, or a sports game. I simply look them in the eye and say back, "Oh, I’m Catholic. I don’t believe in luck! I just need God’s Blessings! Your prayers will do more to help me then Luck!!!
2. When someone gives me praise, I just say, Thanks be to God. or something similar
3. Last and in my mind most important, is stopping myths about the Catholic faith. My favorites are when people are discussing Blessed Mother Mary and Saints and how we pray to them etc. even if i’m walking by, I politely interrupt and correct them! sometimes i’m asked to stay and chat, other times… it gets awkward… fast… hahahah:thumbsup: