Many of the words we use to share our faith may be meaningless, too churchy or clichd to the people we're attempting to reach. In finding alternative ways to tell about our faith, it's tempting to replace one set of clichs with another. However, what communicates with one person may be different from what works with another. For that reason, the following words and the alternatives listed are only suggestions.

In some cases you may want to avoid using theological words such as justification or the sovereignty of God. If you pray with a nonbeliever, be careful how often you address God by name in prayer. In normal speech you wouldnt continually repeat someones name, but many Christians think it necessary to mention Gods name after every five words or so. This is disconcerting to non-Christians. Above all, be real and be normal.