Semantics

One part of serving in a country where there is not total religious freedom is using the correct words. I was reminded of this today. O group of men and I were able to talk to the head of a children's camp here in the country. He has to go to all the authorities and explain what he is doing. Here are a couple of examples: They can't use the word 'education' because that would mean the Ministry of Education would have to approve what they are teaching. Instead they used the word study. They can't call it a 'summer camp' so they have to call it a vacation or holiday excursion. Some churches which established themselves as foundations have had problems because they used the words Sunday 'school' which implies teaching. This means that the Ministry of Education would need to approve what they are teaching. The man who talked with us wanted prayer for his upcoming meeting with the authorities. One word could make a huge difference.