Talking to an ill relative about Christianity

[Dansiph]

Yesterday we found out my Grandmother (Nan) has cancer. She's having surgery on the 18th of January and has an appointment about her lymph nodes tomorrow. She is not a Christian.

The outlook isn't the worst nor the best. I as a Christian obviously want her to believe on Christ. I have spoken to my grandparents about me becoming a Christian to which my Granddad was quite receptive and told me a story about how the man living opposite said to him, "Norman, you know Jesus loves you don't you?" my Granddad replied "I know". I still don't know if he's definitely a Christian. This discussion was in October. It was more of a case of me planting seeds. The optimist in me says hearing the Bible was making my Nan reconsider her opposition to Christianity.

Seeing as he is my Nan's husband and lives with her, would it be a good idea to talk to him rather than her, first? If he becomes a Christian she'll have an increased Christian presence with her. It's also someone who knows her well and I'm not the most tactful person whereas he is.

I know it's God who ultimately "persuades". My dilemma is how to bring it up. I feel as though I'll face opposition from my Nan and others at an increased level because of the stress everyone is probably under.

What advice and experience can you offer? Thanks

 

[yeshuaslavejeff]

Right off the bat I would suggest if she is willing to set up an appointment as soon as possible with a known Christian ND, (naturopathic doctor, licensed), or a known Christian MD for a second opinion on what to do,
IF they are able to test all the balances in her body. (if not, if they cannot, don't bother with this). This is/would be / ONLY for information, not any substitute for her regular medical treatment .

First, already, today, as always, pray, pray , pray a lot. Then pray more.
As Yahweh (GOD) knows all things. And through and in Jesus we find help in time of need, for our families and friends as well as for ourselves as written in Scripture.

 

[Dansiph]

Right off the bat I would suggest if she is willing to set up an appointment as soon as possible with a known Christian ND, (naturopathic doctor, licensed), or a known Christian MD for a second opinion on what to do,
IF they are able to test all the balances in her body. (if not, if they cannot, don't bother with this). This is/would be / ONLY for information, not any substitute for her regular medical treatment .

First, already, today, as always, pray, pray , pray a lot. Then pray more.
As Yahweh (GOD) knows all things. And through and in Jesus we find help in time of need, for our families and friends as well as for ourselves as written in Scripture.

I'm able to find some Christian Doctor's but I can't find any naturopathic Doctor's. I will pray, thank you

 

[whereloveandmercymeet]

If you know your grandad is quite receptive and he’s easy to talk to I’d talk to him. And tell him that you want to talk to your nan but you know she’s obviously stressed at the moment and you don’t want to add to it, and ask for his ideas in talking to her.

Pray for direction in talking with her. God always has good ideas.

I’ll add your nan and family to my prayers too.

 

[Rescued One]

I can't be sure, but I don't think either of my parents accepted Christ before they passed away. I'm not sure about my grandparents either. I like whereloveandmercymeet's advice.

 

[paul1149]

I agree with praying for discernment. Often a more subtle approach works best, but sometimes boldness is necessary to break the ice. You might tell her you're praying for her. And if she doesn't object too much to that then offer to pray for her right then and there. That might lead to asking her if she wants to invite Jesus in, to be with her during her trial.