Telemarketers, give them the Gospel

So, I got to talk to a telemarketer named Kevin about the eternal things and asked him “When you die, what do you think is on the other side?" He's not sure what happens when people die. I was able to him about how Jesus fulfilled so many prophecies such as Micah 5:2 > born in Bethlehem, Zechariah 9 > sold for 30 pieces of silver, and Psalm 22 > He was pierced in His hands and feet.

He had been watching the History channel and been thinking about these things, but considered himself to be more of an agnostic (this is someone who knows that there is a God but consider Him unknowable). I was able to let him know that that 10 out of 10 people die and that if he wanted to find the truth he could find it in the Bible. He was very thankful for me to share what I believe and for standing up for it.


The #1 reason I get from people who are reluctant to be a witness for Jesus is this: “I just can’t get out the house (or office).” So here is a way to witness without going out to witness...

Next time one of those pesky telemarketers call during dinner time, resist the urge to hang-up. This is a great opportunity for those of you who are a bit shy about sharing your faith, give them the Gospel.
   Here are a few guidelines to help you when witnessing to telemarketers:

   * Always be polite. We want to be good examples of redeemed humanity.

   * Ask them before they start their pitch if you can ask them some questions after you will hear them out (they always say yes). It’s very important that you ask them  before they try to sell you on something or they will hang up on you when you share your faith and ask the eternal questions.

   * Start right in with, “When you die, what do you think is on the other side?" or "Would you consider yourself a 'good person'?" You’ll know what to say from there. (visit WayOfTheMaster.com for helpful witnessing tips)

   * Make it short and sweet. Don’t anger them by taking up all their time. Remember they have a job to do.

   * Thank them for listening, then listen to their pitch and decline graciously if you are not interested. After this pleasant experience, they might actually want to talk to a Christian face to face!

It's not as hard as you think, so be ready for your next telemarketer.

Witnessing to Telemarketers (http://www.wayofthemasterminute.com/asxfiles/02-22.asx)