Today's Scripture
In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 NIV
Thoughts for Today
No Fear printed across tee-shirts. Bumper stickers that read Question Authority. Television programs flaunting rebellion. Movies that trivialize God. ... Sadly, these are all signs of our times.
Respect, reverence and fear have become distasteful words in our society. A lack of concern or respect for each other or for anyone in authority has led to rebellion, hatred and even bloodshed.
A lack of respect for mankind and other distorted attitudes can be traced to a lack of reverence toward God. To reverence the Lord means to treat God and his message with awe.
Consider this…
What are some ways we can show our respect and reverence to God? Noah did it by persevering in obedience even in very difficult circumstances. We too need to put God first in our lives ... to strive to please him in all we do ... to have regular devotional times with him ... to live our day-to-day lives in a way that honors him.
People who don't know Jesus often judge him by what they see in his followers. What do they learn about Jesus from your life?
Prayer
Father, help me to consistently live in such a way that others will sense your love and will honor you and want to know you. In Jesus name ...
4 comments:
Wow, I would have to say that varies. Consistent I am not. Hopefully my faith is obvious, but I should likely be more free in conveying it. Always a bit tricky at work in a very corporate enviroment. I echo the words from the prayer and pray that I live them out daily.
cas
I totally agree with CAS. Some people would know that I am a christian but others may have to think twice (like at work or on the basketball court). I don't know why it is harder in a work environment but similar to CAS it is tricky. Lord, I pray that I will always be a light in the darkness that reflects my love for you.
- LT
Very true post. Very cutting truth. Very convicting question.
Lord God, make my heart a heart of love, consistency, and justice for Your glory. Thanks for these men and may they continue to reflect your character in ALL they do.
er
Since work is where I spend most of my day, I pray others will see the Lord through me. I must admit I am pretty intense at work and need to let God out more for others to see. gch
Post a Comment