Be prepared to speak up for your Christian convictions in conversations about politics, current events and religion. This can be especially effective around election time. And when they are ready to explore issues deeper than the immediate crisis, talk to them about Christ. If you or your kids are part of an online community such as America Online or CompuServe, or if you visit Internet chats rooms, look to others' screen names for clues to their spiritual needs. All three either rekindled their love for Christ or found Him for the first time as a result of Brown's online availability.
People are often most open to the gospel during times of transition.
A new neighbor may respond positively to an invitation to church or Bible study. Put yourself in situations in which you are compelled to share Christ. Help with a church and community survey. Go visiting with a church group. Go to intentionally evangelistic events such as Arms Around Atlanta at the 1999 Southern Baptist Convention.