I have become all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.–1 Corinthians 9:22.

What do teenagers mean when they say the’re “chillaxin”? (They are chilling and relaxing) What if they ask for some “Cheddar”? (That means money) If a teen likes someone’s new clothes, he might just say, “money” meaning cool. Teenagers have their own lingo that some of might nor understand , and it seems to be always changing.

Believers in Jesus have their own lingo as well. We use common jargon that nonbelievers may not comprehend. For instance, we use the words grace, saved and repentance. These are all good words, but as we’re sharing our faith, it might be more helpful to say “God’s gift of unearned forgiveness” instead of grace. Or rescued from death and given eternal life for saved. We could say, “to turn away from wrongs” for repentance.

The apostle Paul was willing to be flexible in his ministry in order to reach as many as possible with the gospel of Christ(1 Cor. 9:19-23) That might have even included the words he used as he explained the good news of Jesus’ death and resurrection.

Explaining our faith in easy-to understand terms may help someone to grasp the meaning of being  born again–transformed by Jesus love and forgiveness–Annes Cetas.

You have calles us, Lord to witness–To tell others of Your Son; Spirit,give us words so simple  That they’ll reach some seeking one–D.De Haan.