As a fresher in the university, I got into a heated argument about our faith with a Muslim guy from the northern part of Nigeria. The argument was so hot.
A brother walked up to me and told me to quit arguing with him because it wasn't the right thing to do. More so, it was late and the atmosphere needed some calm.
If not for God's mercy, that guy could have harmed me. He looked vicious and harmful. Thank God I was called to order. That encounter taught me not to argue with an unbeliever but to preach and leave the rest for the Holy Spirit.
Our calling is to preach the gospel and not to argue it out with unbelievers. Most times, we are tempted to think our knowledge of the gospel is what win souls instead of allowing the Holy Spirit do his job in the heart of sinners. Knowledge is only useful when the Spirit brood upon it.
It is the Spirit of God that convicts a sinner not the fluency of our words or our power of oration. The greatest sermons are not those that are intellectually delivered but Spirit empowered.
John 16:8 says, "And when he comes, he will convict the world of its sin, and of God’s righteousness, and of the coming judgment".
Kingdom matters are not meant to be argued because when understanding and conviction is absent, one would remain in the dark. Even with a fellow believer, avoid arguing on issues of doctrine. Rather, pray the Lord to give understanding.
These days, I see needless arguments about doctrines between believers on social media. Most of it stems from pride because of knowledge.
The heart of the sinner is dark. What he needs is the light of the Holy Spirit to shine into it. That is why It is good to pray adequately before stepping out to preach.
As a soul winner, you will do well to spend quality time committing the heart of sinners to God.
Father, I receive grace to tolerate others with a different view on issues In Jesus name. Amen