Modern Spirituality

There are few things more difficult than explaining why faith matters to someone who has never considered it. People are often quick to dismiss concepts they cannot see or measure. They want evidence that feels tangible, something they can connect to their own experience. That is why personal stories are one of the most overlooked tools in sharing the truth about Jesus. Facts and arguments may hold attention for a moment. But a real story, spoken plainly and without exaggeration, has a way of slipping past defenses and settling where logic cannot.

The mistake people often make is thinking a testimony needs to sound extraordinary to be useful. Some believe their story must involve a radical conversion or a life-threatening event to be worth telling. Yet most people do not relate to extremes. They relate to the ordinary. To the slow change of a heart that was once restless but is now steady. To the way peace replaces fear in the middle of uncertainty. To small, daily moments where God shows up when no one else does.

The purpose of sharing your faith story is not to impress. It is to connect. You are not trying to convince someone that your life is perfect. You are offering proof that even in its imperfections, God has not left you alone. There is power in showing someone that you still face difficulty, but now you face it with hope that does not depend on the outcome. That is what people notice. They do not need another person telling them how to live. They need someone willing to admit they have struggled too and found something worth holding onto.

The most effective stories follow a simple shape. What was your life like before you knew Jesus? How did He become real to you? What difference has He made since? These three parts do not require rehearsed speeches. They only require honesty. There is no need to include every detail. Share enough for someone to see the change without feeling overwhelmed by the process. Focus on moments that reveal how the truth of the gospel became more than words to you. Show how belief moved from theory to reality.

It is just as important to consider the setting. Not every version of your testimony fits every audience. What you share with a close friend over coffee will sound different from what you share with a large group. The heart of the story stays the same, but the details shift to meet the needs of the moment. You are not changing the truth. You are making it understandable. People are more likely to listen when they feel you are speaking with them, not at them.

One of the greatest strengths of a testimony is that it cannot be argued with. Someone may reject your beliefs, but they cannot deny what has happened to you. They can debate ideas but not your experience. That is why sharing your story matters so much. It takes faith out of theory and plants it into real life. People who may never read a Bible or attend a church are often willing to hear how you found something they are missing.

But even here, there is a caution. The goal of sharing your testimony is not to make it about you. The focus should never drift from what God has done to how impressive your transformation appears. Pride has a way of slipping into stories that start well but end in self-promotion. Stay clear of making yourself the center. The story works because God is the one who carries it forward.

Every testimony matters. The dramatic ones. The quiet ones. The ongoing ones still waiting for resolution. All of them point to the same truth. Jesus saves, restores, and strengthens. Not because you deserve it, but because He is good. When you tell that story well, you offer people a chance to see that goodness for themselves.

There is no perfect way to share. Some moments will feel awkward. Some conversations may not lead anywhere obvious. But seeds are planted in unexpected places. You may never know how your words affect someone years from now. That is not your concern. Your task is to tell the truth about what you have seen and let God handle the rest.

What matters most is that you do not keep silent. Your experience is not just for you. There are people around you waiting for evidence that hope is real. They are not always looking for polished speeches or rehearsed answers. They are looking for someone willing to speak plainly about what it means to belong to Christ. That is where your story becomes more than words. That is where it becomes the bridge someone else has been waiting to cross.

Estefania Galvan

Estefanía Galván is a Colombian Fashion & Textile Designer working between Colombia and Chicago, blending her passion for design with her unwavering faith in Jesus. As the founder of The MŌS brand, she creates intentional, custom-made pieces that inspire connection, authenticity, and conscious living. Embracing her God-assigned purpose to lead others to Christ, Estefanía uses her platform and ministry to reflect His love and guide others into a deeper relationship with Him.