As we step into a brand new year, it felt like the right moment to bring this episode back into focus. The New Year’s season naturally invites reflection on where we’ve been, what we’ve carried, and what we’re hoping for next. It’s a time when people are often more open to meaningful conversations, making it a powerful opportunity for gentle, relational evangelism.
In this episode rerun, Tina Waldrom shares practical and natural ways to start faith-filled conversations during New Year’s Eve gatherings and early January catch-ups. Tina shares 7 creative New Year conversation starters designed to encourage people to think about the highlights and challenges of the past year, as well as their hopes and dreams for the year ahead. By using these New Year conversation starters, you’ll not only have meaningful exchanges but also open the door to sharing Christ’s love and message of hope.
This episode is packed with encouragement and practical strategies to make your New Year’s celebrations a time of reflection, connection, and evangelism.
In this podcast episode, you will discover that:
- New year conversation starters can make engaging faith-based discussions easier.
- Asking open-ended questions helps others think deeply about their experiences.
- Balancing direct and subtle approaches in evangelism allows you to connect with different audiences.
- Themes like gratitude and hope can open meaningful conversations about faith.
- Sharing personal stories creates a comfortable space for others.
- And more…
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Discussion Questions
1. Why do you think seasons like New Year’s Eve make people more open to spiritual conversations?
How does this affect the way we approach evangelism during reflective moments?
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11; Psalm 90:12
2. Which of the seven New Years Eve Conversation starters feels most natural for you to use, and why?
What does this reveal about your personality or comfort level in evangelism?
Scripture: Romans 12:6–8
3. What is the difference between a “direct” and a “subtle” faith response, and why do you think both are important in evangelism?
How can discernment help you choose the right approach for different people?
Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6; Proverbs 18:15
4. How do questions about hope, gratitude, and purpose naturally open the door to conversations about Jesus?
Why are these themes especially powerful at the end of the year?
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15; Romans 15:13
5. Tina encourages listening carefully before responding. How does good listening strengthen our witness?
In what ways does this reflect Jesus’ own approach to people?
Scripture: James 1:19; John 4:7–26
6. Which response style, whether direct or subtle, do you find more challenging, and what holds you back?
How might prayer and reliance on the Holy Spirit grow your confidence?
Scripture: Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 1:7
7. How could you intentionally prepare yourself to use New Years Eve Conversation starters this season?
What practical steps can you take to make evangelism a natural part of your conversations?
Scripture: Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 10:2
