1 Peter 3 - Nathanael

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
http://bible.com/111/1pe.3.15.NIV

How we say things is often as important as what we say. Not only should we be ready to tell about the hope we have, but we need to tell it with gentleness and respect. Otherwise our method destroys the message.