1. Get to know them before sharing your faith.
The first step in witnessing to teens is to get to know them. Spend time with them, get to know their interests, and find out what makes them tick. This will make it much easier to connect with them on a personal level and will make your witness more effective.
2. Be genuine; be you.
When you’re talking to teens about your faith, it’s important to be genuine. Teens can spot a fake a mile away, so don’t try to be someone you’re not. Be honest about your own faith journey and share your testimony in a way that is authentic and relatable.
3. Keep it real
When you’re sharing the gospel with teens, keep it real. Don’t try to sugarcoat the message or downplay the importance of salvation. Teens are smart and they deserve to hear the truth about sin, hell, and the need for a Savior.
4. Don’t be a creep.
This one should be pretty obvious, but it’s worth mentioning anyway. When you’re talking to someone about your faith, you don’t want to come across as creepy or pushy. Be respectful of the other person’s personal space and don’t try to force a conversation on them if they’re clearly not interested.
5. Do your homework: know what you believe and why.
Before you start talking to someone about your faith, it’s important that you do your homework. Make sure you know what you’re talking about and be prepared to answer questions the other person may have about your personal relationship with Christ. Nothing will turn someone off more than having their questions met with blank stares or evasive answers.
6. Be prepared for rejection when you witness.
Not everyone is going to be interested in what you have to say, and that’s okay. Don’t take it personally if someone doesn’t want to hear about your faith. Just move on and find someone who is interested.
7. Be prepared for questions about your faith.
When you’re talking to someone about your faith, they’re likely to have questions. And that’s okay! It’s actually a good thing, because it shows that they’re interested in learning more. Be prepared to answer questions about your beliefs, and don’t be afraid to admit if you don’t know the answer to something.
Bonus Tip
Pray and fast before you begin to witness to teens. You’ll be empowered by the Holy Spirit to spread the Gospel in an authentic way. We plant seeds; God brings the fruit.