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Trust will be engendered when your friend realises that you are not seeking to preach, but really do want to share each other's views. The answer depends on what is the reason for a person being an atheist. As mentioned above, listening is a prerequisite, for any such conversation, as is caring about the person as a person for whom Christ died, not just as a number.
It would also be necessary to know at least in a general sense, the reason for a persons Atheism. Most would know their own mind on the matter and it might be quite instructive. Many atheists have had previous church connections and have rightly been 'turned off' by very real wrongs done by persons claiming to be Christians. So understanding is important, as is the patience and the reality of personal faith, so that it can be demonstrated that you are not of that kind.
Objections to belief in God can only be dealt with if there is some degree of openness. This may not in reality be the case as, for many, but certainly not all, atheism is a choice to support a life in rebellion against God. Intellectual objections may indeed be real and can certainly be answered, but there may be every answer given and still a 'barrier,' as the atheism is essential to the life-style. In this case there must develop a sense of need, otherwise the Gospel is unnecessary from that persons viewpoint - even though the Christian can see its necessity. Certainly some knowledge of intellectual objections would help and this will also test if the person is fair-minded and searching or are unwilling to consider reasonable explanations.
Having a personal understanding of how faith in Christ relates to every area of life may also help, as would understanding flaws in major intellectual constructs which underpin atheism such as the theory of evolution, which is unsupported by science, but is essential to an atheistic world view.
Answer: Consider how you would feel if the shoe were on the other foot. If one of your friends was a user of hard drugs, a swinger, Pastifarian (worshipping the Flying Spaghetti Monster), a member of the Church of the Subgenius (or any of the more mainline religions like Moslem, Hindu or Buddhist) and asked you to come to meet with him and his friends. Assuming it was pretty obvious that your friend fully expected that you would "see the light" and join up after this introduction. How would you feel? The answer is obvious, a person prefers to find their own way in these matters. Leave your friend alone or you'll have neither a convert or a friend. You might also ask yourself what an atheist would have to do to convince you that there is no God. An atheist will be as strong in his convictions as you are. What will you do if his arguments are better than yours?
What else can I help you with?
What do you call somebody if they don't believe in god or any religion?
Atheist
Is atheist capitalized?
Atheist would be capitalized only if it were part of somebody's name, for example if somebody referred to himself as Atheist Bob. However, in the sentence "I saw that atheist Bob at the bank today," atheist is not capitalized because it's not part of Bob's name.
Who sings the gospel song if i could help somebody?
Mahalia Jackson
Can you share a room with somebody on meez?
No I do not think you can share a room. But you should try
What is great about having a girlfriend?
It is somebody to talk to that understands you. It is somebody that will always take your side. It is somebody to share things with. It is somebody to be physical and intimate with that cares about you.
What does it mean to break bread with somebody?
Do share or give some of what you have with them....
What does ephesian 6 15 mean?
The shoes that will take you around to share the gospel.
What is the meaning of 'in common with somebody'?
Things that you have in common with somebody are things that you share - it can be something you are both interested in, something you both do as a hobby, or anything that connects you.
Will paul McCartney ever record an all gospel CD?
Doubtful. He's been an atheist since age fourteen, when his mother died of cancer.
Has there ever been a blind atheist?
Since the only qualifier of being an Atheist is the non-belief of god claims, It is entirely possible for someone to be blind, or anything else, and share an atheists view. I myself, am partially blind and an atheist, so there's one at least...
Is an atheist having a Christian friend a sin?
For an atheist, there is no sin in having a Christian friend. Nor should it ever be regarded as a sin for a Christian to have an atheist friend, a Muslim friend or, for example, a Buddhist friend. Surely the greater sin is for anyone to imagine that it is a sin to have friends who do not happen to share the same beliefs.
How do you get a hot date?
Join a club or sports centre and meet people who share common interests. This is the best place to meet somebody as you will share similar views.
