Gospel Minded Mama

Hey friend, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how challenging it can be to share our faith in a world that feels so divided—especially with family members who don’t see eye to eye with us, whether it’s about politics or even Christianity itself. It’s easy to get caught up in heated debates, to want to prove our point or “win” the conversation. But I want to encourage you (and myself!) to try something different: put the politics aside. Remember, for many non-believers, their political views and their understanding of what it means to live as a Christian might be very different from ours. And that’s okay. Our priority isn’t to convince them about who to vote for or how to run a country. Our priority is to make Christ the main focus — loving God first, then loving our neighbors, no matter how different their views may be. If your family feels strongly opposed to you about about politics, God is the one who will help change the hearts of men. You can gently let your family know th...

Sharing your faith doesn't have to feel forced or intimidating. In fact, it can be as simple as building genuine relationships and showing God's love in everyday moments. One practical way to do this is by using the BLESS method—a simple, relational approach to evangelism that fits naturally into daily life. So, what is BLESS? BLESS is an acronym that outlines five intentional practices that help you share your faith in a way that feels authentic and compassionate—not pushy or performative. B – Begin with Prayer/ Bless with Prayer Before you do anything, start with prayer. Ask God to guide your interactions and open your heart to the people around you. Pray for opportunities, for the courage to show love, and for the Holy Spirit to work through you. You may also use prayer as a way to intercede on behalf of another, opening up an opportunity to bless someone based on something they have shared that needs prayer. “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful....