February 2024

James introduces the concept of layers of conversation. There are three layers of conversation: interests, values, and worldview, and that the goal is to move from the superficial to the deeper level by asking good questions and listening well, paying attention and listening. We can make a transition from one sort of conversation into another, and eventually get to a deeper level where we can talk about our worldviews and share the gospel with others.

“It’s easy. We’re always hanging out. Dinners, movies, barbecues. We’re always going to their things. So they’re happy to come to one of our things.” James explains that this is a basic principle of building relationships and making friends. He further elaborates that if we want people to come into our community, we have to go to theirs. This means being good friends and good community members