From  ecclesiology to eschatological, justification to sanctification, I constantly had to search through my dictionary each night to understand what was being said.

2 Corinthians 4.1-18

Reference:  v.2b  On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to every person's conscience in the sight of God. (NIV Bibl)

Explore:  At theological college we heard and learnt many long difficult words.  Even the word 'theological' was one to get my head around!  From ecclesiology to eschatological, justification to sanctification, I constantly had to search through my dictionary each night to understand what was being said.  However, when it came to Sunday and I would stand before the congregation to preach, I would intentionally leave these big words at the door.  It is not that half the congregation wouldn't already know these words and it is not because I don't see my role as a preacher to be also a teacher.  My reasoning is referred to in this verse from Corinthians: ...setting forth the truth plainly.  

Application:  Often we seem to complicate things rather than make them more simple.  If we want to connect with people we need to be able to explain ourselves plainly so everyone can understand.
Paul Colman writes about this in his song 'All You Need'.  He says it very plainly: