Integrity- what does that word really mean? Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
It’s being TRUE- HONEST- PURE not only with ourselves, but with others. So when we CLAIM to be a Christian- it usually means we are claiming Jesus is the Lord of our lives and we live and conduct ourselves a certain way, right? When someone tells you they’re a Christian you automatically have a picture in your mind of the standard they should carry out. You have a perception of what they’ll be like and how they will act- am I right? So when those people shatter that perception and end up being liars, cheaters, back stabbers, and maybe promiscuous- what conclusion do you draw?
Can you see how our actions can affect the perceptions of others? Especially when we claim to be a Christian? There have been times when we’ve said we were going to do something but ended up not keeping that word for whatever reason. Do you believe people expect Christians to live by a different set of values? Their values and standards should be higher? So don’t you think it’s important for us to OWN our words and watch over them to make certain we do what we say we will do? Why? Because others are watching, judging, and learning from our actions. For some people the only Bible they’ll ever read is YOUR LIFE. What could they learn about Jesus from watching YOUR LIFE? Are you living a life that is reflective of the son of God? In the Bible Jesus said if you’ve seen me you’ve seen the father- he meant that his attributes were like God in such a way that when you come in contact with Him it would be just like coming in contact with His father.
What do I really mean about taking ownership of our Christianity? Watch your mouth, keep your word, walk upright, be a giver, love people in spite of, forgive one another, have patience, faith, give of your time, gifts, and talents, honor the word of God, and BE a blessing. Does that sum it up? It’s about walking the walk and not just talking the talk. It’s not about LIP service- but it’s more about HEART service. Putting your faith where your mouth is so to speak. No one wants to be disappointed by your actions because they expected some integrity from you and instead received heartache. God needs you to represent Him properly so he can be glorified in the earth, not mocked!
Now please don’t go away from this blog thinking you must live a perfect life. I’m only asking you to “consider your ways.” When we make a profession of Christ we are saying a lot of things. 1. We’re saying that I’m not perfect and I need HELP- that’s the reason I NEED a Savior. Secondly, we’re saying “I honor God and have a deep desire to keep His ways.” Does that paint a better picture for you?
The Bible tells us to avoid the appearance of evil- that means to avoid what LOOKS bad. Because perception is REALITY right? Some of us need to separate ourselves from some things. Just something to chew on as we grow in the things of God.
OWN your Christianity and protect it. It’s up to YOU- Christ is depending on you to make His name good. Now GO and BE A BLESSING!
It’s being TRUE- HONEST- PURE not only with ourselves, but with others. So when we CLAIM to be a Christian- it usually means we are claiming Jesus is the Lord of our lives and we live and conduct ourselves a certain way, right? When someone tells you they’re a Christian you automatically have a picture in your mind of the standard they should carry out. You have a perception of what they’ll be like and how they will act- am I right? So when those people shatter that perception and end up being liars, cheaters, back stabbers, and maybe promiscuous- what conclusion do you draw?
Can you see how our actions can affect the perceptions of others? Especially when we claim to be a Christian? There have been times when we’ve said we were going to do something but ended up not keeping that word for whatever reason. Do you believe people expect Christians to live by a different set of values? Their values and standards should be higher? So don’t you think it’s important for us to OWN our words and watch over them to make certain we do what we say we will do? Why? Because others are watching, judging, and learning from our actions. For some people the only Bible they’ll ever read is YOUR LIFE. What could they learn about Jesus from watching YOUR LIFE? Are you living a life that is reflective of the son of God? In the Bible Jesus said if you’ve seen me you’ve seen the father- he meant that his attributes were like God in such a way that when you come in contact with Him it would be just like coming in contact with His father.
What do I really mean about taking ownership of our Christianity? Watch your mouth, keep your word, walk upright, be a giver, love people in spite of, forgive one another, have patience, faith, give of your time, gifts, and talents, honor the word of God, and BE a blessing. Does that sum it up? It’s about walking the walk and not just talking the talk. It’s not about LIP service- but it’s more about HEART service. Putting your faith where your mouth is so to speak. No one wants to be disappointed by your actions because they expected some integrity from you and instead received heartache. God needs you to represent Him properly so he can be glorified in the earth, not mocked!
Now please don’t go away from this blog thinking you must live a perfect life. I’m only asking you to “consider your ways.” When we make a profession of Christ we are saying a lot of things. 1. We’re saying that I’m not perfect and I need HELP- that’s the reason I NEED a Savior. Secondly, we’re saying “I honor God and have a deep desire to keep His ways.” Does that paint a better picture for you?
The Bible tells us to avoid the appearance of evil- that means to avoid what LOOKS bad. Because perception is REALITY right? Some of us need to separate ourselves from some things. Just something to chew on as we grow in the things of God.
OWN your Christianity and protect it. It’s up to YOU- Christ is depending on you to make His name good. Now GO and BE A BLESSING!
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