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“When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking in his own language.” Acts 2:6 (NIV)

Was it Lots of Love (LOL) or Laugh Out Loud (LOL)? I really wasn’t sure. Perhaps I will never know. Ever find yourself confused by the trending tweets or text that can leave you guessing? Staying connected can be challenging and communicating the message we intend – well, unless we’re speaking their language our audience may not have a clue.

Wonder how many times we confuse the simple message – the good news – of the gospel? Do we speak God’s love in a way that draws others to know Him? Are we using words common to our church audience yet foreign to outsiders? Are we making it complicated or unattainable when Jesus’ invitation is clear?

If we want get the message of God’s love, redemption and grace to a world distracted by noise, broken promises and empty chatter – then we’ve got to be strategic. So what can we learn from an early church that had no phones, social media, tv, etc.? The gospel spread in the early church at Pentecost when the message was clearly spoken in each person’s native tongue. Hearing the magnificent acts of God in their own language caught their attention. Some believed and some remained skeptics, yet they were without excuse.

Wonder what would happen if we shared the awesomeness of our God? By simply telling our stories of God’s healing work , His power and strength rising us above our circumstances – the message of the gospel would be clear. We don’t need to be eloquent of speech. We don’t have to say perfect words scripted. We simply share and leave our audience without excuse.

“Sweet Jesus, give us the courage to speak boldly and confidently about You. Help us to use simple words that cultivate desire and longing rather than confusion and condemnation.”
For His Glory

Janet Martin
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