Why do we have the hardest time sharing our faith with family members? We want them to come to know Jesus, but we don’t know quite what to say. Or when a golden opportunity arises, we say the wrong thing. Sometimes, we even create conflict and arguments.

Can I make a suggestion? It’s not what you say. It’s what you do. Show them Jesus.

This blog centers on our life with God. Our faith walk is a result of our relationship with Christ.

If you have a strong, vibrant, fresh relationship with Christ, you’ll show Jesus to the ones you love most. There’s no way around it. They’ll notice the fruit of the Spirit in your life.

It almost always takes a long time for a loved one to come to Christ. You must be willing to endure years as you show them Jesus. Instead of being frustrated with their way of life, be the light of Christ to them. Consistency over a long period of time is the genuine faith they will recognize.

You might not think you’re having an impact at the time, but hang in there. They’ll notice.

Sure, it’s a lot easier to talk about Jesus than it is to show Jesus consistently. Our family members know us best, so they quickly see the sin in our life. They notice hypocrisy.

It comes down to how we’re nurturing ourselves in our relationship with the Lord. Be careful here, because I’m not talking about doing all the right things to be a good Christian. I’m saying that you must feed your faith if you expect to be the light of Christ to your family.

How are you doing with internalizing the Word of God? How’s it going connecting with the Lord in extended times of prayer? Are you being taught the Word in church and/or small group? Are you being mentored in your faith?

This isn’t a list of to do’s. This is a survival list when it comes to your faith.

If the salvation of your unsaved family members is a desire of your heart, begin with your walk with God. Then you’ll show them Jesus.

And at God’s appointed time, they’ll come to you. It may be in a crisis. It could be when they’re searching. Or it may simply be a random discussion on faith.

Prepare yourself by nurturing your relationship with God.

(From my upcoming devotional, Your Life With God: 30 Days of Faith. Releasing January 1).