Introduction
I visited to see one non-Christian family in our community and spoke with one of them about religion. The interviewee struck me with his charm and confidence during the interview. He was welcoming and willing to talk to me about his religious beliefs. The reality that God’s grace is ultimate for all humans, and all people seek it is. It was evident because the interviewer was a member of a non-Christian place of worship, yet many shared ideals were visible. This essay, therefore, recounts my visit, my thoughts on the interview, God’s work in society, and how the experience changed me.
Personal Experience
As a Christian, I agreed with the non-Christian family’s attitude toward charity. From my discussions, the family member agreed that Christians and non-Christians should help the poor. It was recommended by a member of the family that the poor and refugees should not be abandoned to their fate in the camps. In response to this viewpoint, I urged them to widen their circle of compassion and give to the poor. The respondent said that one of the most challenging aspects of his duties was interacting with the suffering of migrants while staying courteous and open. Despite my Christian faith, the non-Christian family treated me with respect and kindness, and I never once felt threatened or unwelcome. I felt so comfortable, and this reminded me of the importance of living in a cohesive society regardless of one’s religion.
Cognitive Levels
I understood everything that was around me in the non-Christian house family. I understood the paintings in the house and requested that I could bring a picture of Jesus in the house. The father of the house disagreed with the opinion and said they were okay. I had to retreat from the conversation and decided to respect their religious choices. In the conversation, I felt like an object of missionary transformation to the non-Christian family. They were welcoming and willing to share their beliefs regarding religion with me. I felt God had sent me to transform this non-Christian family as they expressed all virtues of being a good Christian. It reminded me that God cares for everyone as we are His creation.
Common Practices in the Religions
During the visits, I saw a common practice between Christian missionaries and non-Christian worship group members in our community. We were unanimous in our belief that was focusing on the needs of marginalized groups, including the impoverished and migrants, is crucial. We all agreed that for refugees to integrate into their new society, the local population must be empathetic enough to prioritize the needs of those who are different from themselves. These impacted me, and I felt that Christians and non-Christians might share many common practices, and thus, the non-Christians can be transformed.
Transformation of my Thinking in World Religion
Our conversation with the non-Christian family transformed my thinking regarding their faith. They are good people, and God has sent Christian missionaries to transform them so that they can see His light. The way they showed love for the refugees impressed me and indicated that God works in all His creations. God uses humans as instruments to convey His will and carry out his plans. As a fellow Christian, it was simple for me to relate to his rousing and impassioned speech since it reflected my beliefs.
I questioned the non-Christian family member about his thoughts on marriage. He believed marriage was the key to a man and a woman sharing a life full of joy and fulfillment. We both shared this view since it is taught in the Bible that a woman should leave her family and be with the guy she has chosen. He thought that polygamy was a good practice in marriage. We agreed that marriage should be about enjoyment, but Christianity does not support polygamy.
I am an Object of Proselytization
I felt like an agent of proselytization as the family member was impressed with my behavior. I explained to Him the importance of Christianity and how Jesus died for our sins. He informed me he was becoming religiously persuaded after researching my faith and discovering solutions to his concerns. This visit changed my perception of non-Christians; I would like to visit such families more often. I want to be an agent of change to leave a mark on this world by spreading God’s word. As Christians, we are called to love those of other faiths and to work to bring them to Christ.
The Implication of the Church in Engaging in the Mission
My church’s engagement in the mission implies transforming society to follow God’s teachings. We all acknowledged churches’ vital role in helping newcomer refugees adjust to their new homes. The non-Christian family’s attitude struck me because it implied that religious groups play a crucial role in providing institutional social care at times when government institutions fail to do so. During our time together, I agreed with the non-Christian family that people of all faiths and backgrounds may utilize their gifts to uplift others and spread pleasure.
Conclusion
In conclusion, God sometimes uses human beings as a medium to convey His will and carry out his purposes. A good illustration of this is my discussion with a person who attends a religion other than Christianity. As a fellow Christian, it was simple for me to relate to his arousing and impassioned speech since it reflected my beliefs. The interview made me understand God has called Christians to be the agents of transformation.