How to Bring Someone to the Orthodox Christian Faith

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Orthodox is the Greek word meaning "correct glorification (of God)" coming from the words "Orthos" which means "right" or "correct"

   Here are some steps you should take to bring someone to the Orthodox Christian Faith.
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   Step 2: and "Doxa"

   Trust that God will do whatever is necessary to help, so long as you are working from a pure heart.
   
   This is very important as in reality all good comes from God and thus a good,honest conversion will also come from God.
   
   We could only possibly be a tool though which God may act, it is never our actions alone that would bring any change about.
   
   First of all comes the Holy Grace of God. ,, Understanding various other faiths and ideologies and how they contrast to Orthodoxy is also very important. , Remember to stay calm, and only express those things you genuinely believe.
   
   Honest expression will be much more effective than repeating memorized sermons. , Be prepared to be a good listener.
   
   It is important to understand and empathise with this person's life path. , If you cannot answer them, do not panic.
   
   Remain calm and take time to find the answer when the opportunity arises. , Do not be forceful.
   
   Be careful to avoid a patronizing attitude; simply because this person does not accept your faith in no way makes you better than they are. , Do not apply too much pressure, or you will drive them away.
   
   Maintain an open, friendly attitude at all times. ,
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   Step 3: which means "glory"

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   Step 4: thus loosely translated to "the proper way to believe".

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   Step 5: Pray for the person to come to the faith

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   Step 6: and for God's help in your task.

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   Step 7: If possible

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   Step 8: seek the council and support of your spiritual father

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   Step 9: another trusted cleric

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    Step 10: or an experienced layperson.

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    Step 11: Take time to review the basic principles of Orthodox Christian faith

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    Step 12: and familiarize yourself with Orthodox apologetics in order to have the most productive conversations.

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    Step 13: Speak positively and with enthusiasm about your faith.

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    Step 14: Try to learn why a person feels the way they currently do about God

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    Step 15: Christ

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    Step 16: and the church.

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    Step 17: Be prepared to answer difficult questions.

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    Step 18: Sense when the person is feeling too much discomfort and is no longer being receptive.

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    Step 19: Encourage people to come to an Orthodox church to "see for themselves" what it is about.

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    Step 20: When the moment is right

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    Step 21: try to direct them to see a knowledgeable person who you trust to properly explain the faith to them.

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