Is it ok to invite an unbeliever to church?

[thelordskingdom777]

It is to a Messianic Church but still Christian anyways. They are from another religion, not atheist or is it a sin to do this?

 

[Hank77]

Rom 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Rom 10:14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?

 

[Hank77]

God turns not away from a child who's willing to hear Him.

But technically, or legally, it depends on the church staff members. If the church staff members don't accept certain people, then those certain people will just need to find another church; I guess.

this reminds me of this funny moment that I was wondering the streets and I needed to use the bathroom very badly, so I went into a random building that I was walking by. It was a church. When I asked a church staff member for the restroom, he said no.

If I were in a church that denied an unbeliever the opportunity to hear the Gospel, I would never darken their holier than thou doorstep again.

 

[EveryTongueConfess]

It is good to bring a friend to a church that proclaims the true gospel!

Even better is talking with them personally to hear what they think and share the gospel in a way that's tailored to them -- making sure they understand what Christianity is about!

 

[gerbilwoman]

It's perfectly okay, in fact I think it's a good thing. It will give them more insight to Christianity.

 

[The_Gaurdian87]

As Christians is encouraged to invite unbelievers to church. It could open there minds to Christianity or they could have a real encounter with God for themselves.

 

[slippinginfaith]

Yes

 

[Little Moon]

I think it depends on the church and the person. There are certain churches where I wouldn't bring an unbeliever. Not because it's a sin - I don't believe it's a sin, God wants everyone to hear His word. But because all churches are very different and some churches may be off-putting to certain personality types and give them the wrong idea. You also gotta take into account how friendly and welcoming the church is, if they use "christianese" (jargon), what are the sermons like, and various other factors...I realise probably most people haven't hopped between lots of different churches/denominations like me, but I think they all have something valuable to offer. so when bringing an unbeliever, I'd consider carefully /which/ church to invite them to.

Since you have one regular church, take into account the friend's personality and anything you might need to explain before bringing them. Don't leave them alone when you go off to mingle with others, they will feel very awkward. If the friend is new to Christianity, you might need to explain some things and customs like what is communion, what/who is it for, the structure of the service, the specific terms used etc. After the service, introduce your friend to other people at church so they feel welcomed.

 

[Heartofsilver]

Yes, it is totally cool to invite your nonbeliever or different denomination friends to Church. They can learn about our Lord and many different things. They can also meet new people and become a part of a family amen!

 

[Lilania]

Just want to share some encouragement, I was invited to church 4 years ago after going through years of being atheist/agnostic and allot of anger with God, after 3 years of questioning I was baptised earlier this year. Honestly that invite to church was one of the most important thing anyone ever suggested to me. Also don't be offended if they turn you down! It took me months to accept i'd like to go. x