The Highway Forums General Discussion Open Forum What is the proper response?

Close the blinds, shut off the lights and make believe no one is home!

Okay..... so that might not be appropriate in all cases. I would say, IF you are biblically literate and have a working knowledge of the cultist's theology, then it might be prudent to invite them in for a short tête-à-tête. I have had some positive results in dueling with JW's, but it was an arduous and mentally draining ordeal. YOU must take control of the topics for conversation, which must center on the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Everything else is an exercise in futility as you could be engaged in a life-long conversation about nonsense.

Of necessity, each person must realistically assess themselves, e.g., how strong in the faith are you? Is your heart right before the Lord, e.g., is it your true desire to see these people converted to Christ? You must also realistically assess your knowledge of Scripture and the ability to articulate it in a precise, profound and cogent manner against the wiles of the Devil? And lastly, do you feel strong in the Lord, having put on the whole armour of God so that you will, resting upon the strength of the Lord, endure the wiles of the Evil One and his power?

Ephesians 6:11-18 (ASV) "Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world-rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual [hosts] of wickedness in the heavenly [places]. Wherefore take up the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and, having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; withal taking up the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil [one]. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: with all prayer and supplication praying at all seasons in the Spirit, and watching thereunto in all perseverance and supplication for all the saints,"

In His Grace,