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"How do you handle a friend who says the Bible is a bunch of lies? Is there a way to witness without starting an argument?"

Asking the Lord what to say is key in discussions like these. It's always good to pray before hanging out with friends who are not believers.
SaraBeth Molnar
Belleville, New Jersey

My advice would be to witness by your actions and keep being a good friend. Maybe your friend looks up to you and will follow your example. Instead of being a lecturer, you can be a visual aid.
Mike Vanderwyst
McHenry, Illinois

Try to stay calm when you talk with your friend about the Bible. Just be really nice and show that you're interested in what your friend has to say. You could also invite him or her to hang out with some Christians you know, and they could help you explain why the Bible is true.
Sarah Osteen
Charlotte, North Carolina

The best way to handle skepticism is to be prepared. I'd recommend reading The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel. It has given me the evidence I need to show how true the Bible really is.
Rebekah Vreeland
Albany, New York

It's good to avoid arguments, but debate can be healthy. For example, you could read up on science from a Christian perspective, then start a conversation about the Big Bang or evolution. The Bible shows the truth!
Steven Shealy
Charlotte, North Carolina

Show your friend by your way of life how God is working in your life. You might not even have to say anything—just let your light shine. After your friend sees the changes, he might confront you with some questions, and you can point him to God.
Kevin Cooke
Inverness, Florida

Ask your friend why he feels that way— he might have never even read the Bible. If he has specific questions, you can do research at the Christian Answers Network. They have lots of cool info. (www.christiananswers.net)
Melissa Stewart
Newport, Kentucky

The best thing you can do is tell your friend what has happened in your life. If you say that a certain story, verse or promise from God really helped you, no one can argue with that.
Kristi Carnahan
West Monroe, Louisiana

Read the book Letters from a Skeptic by Gregory and Edward Boyd. It's about a man whose father is agnostic. Through letters the man leads his father to Christ.
Charissa Kaschel
Traverse City, Michigan

a reader asks:
I just moved and started at a new school. I only have a few friends, and I feel like I'm not fitting in anywhere. What should I do?

How would you respond to this question? Jot down your answer and mail to: "It's Your Turn," Campus Life, 465 Gundersen Drive, Carol Stream, IL 60188. You can also reach "It's Your Turn" via fax (630-260-0114) or e-mail (clmag@CampusLife.net). Be sure to include your full name and hometown.

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March/April 2000, Vol. 58, No. 8, Page 18

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