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To: cotton
If we fail to tell them, their loss is on our head. If we tell them and they continue down the path they are lost, but we are held blameless

As a Catholic or "Other Christian", when someone tells you that they think you might be on the wrong path (with or without Bible quotes), is it your duty to correct them or do you just smile, say you disagree and say "God bless"? Which path works best for you? (just curious, not challenging you).

23 posted on 10/29/2011 7:31:50 AM PDT by rhombus
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To: rhombus
I try to give them the reason for my Hope. I try to do this with gentleness and humility. It is nice of them to attempt to lead me in what they think is the correct path. Conversation with them may, or may not result in a change in their perception. By listening I am better able to understand the other person and why they believe what they believe. In this understanding I may be better able to give clarity to my own belief and improve my articulation of it. However I do not expect to see any immediate “conversion”. My job is only to deliver the message.
39 posted on 10/29/2011 8:17:57 AM PDT by cotton
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