This is a well-liked discussion starter. This will turn any conversation on the temporal (earthly) domain into a discussion about the eternal realm. If you think it is acceptable for that particular conversation, give it a try.

• “If God could do a miracle today for you or your family, what would it look like?”
  or
• "What would it look like if God performed a miracle for you or your family today?"

(You can search for "icebreaker" to see additional examples.)

If You Keep Doing What You Have Always Been Doing,

Ever had someone state emphatically that they do not have any spiritual beliefs at all?

You could try just talking them around but many people today respond better to visual communication as well as talking.

Youth today have an attention span of about 1 minute. Just look at their browsing habits.

Someone who has just tried to shut you down and end the conversation probably can only stand about another minute or so before they walk off. What can you do in a minute?

What are the 5 big questions you can ask anyone?

“How did we get here?

Why are we here?

Where are we going?

Do you have any answers to any of those questions? 

Why do you think people find the bible so interesting?”

(Supplied by Stan)

"I would like to ask you 6 Quick Questions:" (Stopping whenever they feel uncomfortable. Don’t comment on any answer they give, just listen to them patiently and move down the list.)