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I want to Thank you for wording your post so pleasantly. It makes others so much more receptive when their defenses aren't thrown up in the first sentence. respect is usually repaid with respect, and that goes a long way.

I believe that faith is an important factor when it comes to Genesis. It's very difficult to resist the urge to shove a personal view onto another, especially if they aren't ready for it. I think we need to trust that God will reveal things to us as our faith grows. What is better is to plant seeds, and allow God to do the rest. If someone is receptive to you because you are a respectful person, then they are far more willing to listen to your ideas. Once the seed is planted, they may choose to contemplate these ideas, and the watering begins. God will provide the fertilizer through experiences, revelation, and relationships. Who knows when an opportunity to participate as fertilizer will come along. We need to be willing, nurturing, and loving, or else we might unintentionally plow up the seed instead.

I know, silly analogy, but I think it makes sense!