I don't want him to go to Hell, what do I do?

[katie_bree]

This is my first year of High School, and almost as soon as I got there, I became friends with a boy named Sam. (We'll say his name is Sam) Later on, he told me that he was an Atheist. He won't tell me or anyone else, but I have a feeling that he had a harder time as a kid than I did and that may have influenced his decision. When the time comes, I don't want to know that he didn't make it into Heaven, but I'm at a loss for what to say to him... I've tried to talk to him about it, but he is strong in his belief that there is no God. I don't want to know that anybody I knew didn't make it, but I'm not sure what to say or to do.

[tealdragonfly1]

From my perspective, I would say that you have to respect his opinion even though it clashes with yours. God doesn't give us anything that we can't handle and that is one thing that gets me through the tough times. He has everything planned out, and it is from his will that we go through the experiences that change us. If you have a youth group, try inviting him, let him know its a one time thing and if he doesnt feel comfortable or doesnt want to go back, you have to let him know you understand and respect that. Our pastor had a story that he knew his friend wasn't a christian, but he invited him out even though he knew it could destroy their relationship. His friend quit talking to him and they weren't in contact with each other for years. Then one random day he received a knock on his door and it was his friend asking if he was too late. All you can do is lead him to the place where he can find his salvation, you cannot force him to be saved or anything along that line, it has to be his decision. All you can do is pray for him, and ask god to work through you and touch his life. He will realize there is something amazing about god when he sees your demeanor. Have you ever read "the prayer of Jabez"? it's an amazing book, you should try looking it up. It's pretty short, but life-changing.

[dannyboy]

You have to pray for God to soften his heart to listen to his word. Then, you keep talking about Christ to him, and live it.

[swu_rules]

katie_bree: Have you ever heard of the program the Way of The Master? They have a great program that helps you avoid 99% of all argument and go straight to the heart by using the 10 Commandments to prove to people that they are sinners in need of a Savior. I would check out their website if I were you! Hope it goes well!

[aussiegirl]

ok girl
this is what you need to do. Pray, but in that ask God to help you live a life that reflecs Him. also remember that we are only tools for God. God can still get through to this guy if we all weren't here. Let God do His work. We all have free will. Which means free choice. Don't Push and let him make his choice.

aussiegirl

[sveta]

Hey i know what you are going through becuase sometimes its hard to see your friend fall down but ....

Have you tried to just be a friend and mentor during his time... because you said you have tried to talk to him about God but instead of talking about God show him Gods love and try to comfort him and be friend so he can explain his beliefs and whatever else you may want some explaination for. But also do not try to be forceful because that never helps the situation. Another thing just pray before you talk to him... and im pretty sure if you just tell him you are praying for him OR even ask if you can pray for him on the spot (that always works for me when i know someone who doesnt believe in god).

[Scarred4Life 93]

I had a very good friend who was a few years older than myself. He grew up in that chruch beside me. He is now a Mormon. I was so freaked out when he first told me. I just gave the whole situation to the Lord. Unfortunately I do not talk to him as much any more. But I still hope that one day he will return to Christianity. All I can do is pray and look into the Word for guidance.