Jesus takes us where He finds us and gently leads us to the place of faith in Him. He stands at the door of our hearts and knocks, patiently waiting until that door is opened and He can come in.
Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
Most of us who are saved can look back over our lives and see the patient hand of God guiding us to the point of faith. Praise His Name. I’m glad I believed.
This is another reason why we should not be discouraged when we pray for lost loved ones.
God may be working in their lives, leading them along, and we can’t see what He’s doing.
Be patient and keep praying.