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When I lived overseas a few years ago, I learned a simple acrostic that helped me communicate my faith with anyone I met. I would begin a conversation with these easy-to-remember topics in mind:
F - Family
"Tell me about your family."
O - Occupation
"What do you do for a living?"
R - Religion
"What are your spiritual roots?"
M - Message
Share my own spiritual journey.
As I would ask questions and listen to people tell me about their own lives, I looked for ways to relate my story to theirs. This bridge made it easy to transition to my story, so I could share the gospel. It helped take the guesswork out of what to say.
Whether or not you ever set foot in a foreign land, try this simple model at the gym, by the pool or with your neighbors. Or why not invite an international student over for a holiday meal and show your children how easy it is to share your faith.
