Let

  Let

The apostle Paul writes,

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.  

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.  

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:15-17.

I think if people know you’re a Christian they tend to think that what you do is reflective of Jesus whether you want them to do so or not. 

Francis of Assisi said,

“The deeds you do 

may be the only sermon some persons will hear today” 

                                                                        Francis of Assisi

As Christians, as believers in Christ Jesus we need to heed the words of the apostle Paul to the Colossians. Let Christs peace rule our hearts. Let the word of Christ dwell in our hearts richly. And whatever we do in word and in deed do in the name of Christ. 

For it is only when we do this that people will be attracted to Christ and the eternal life he offers us.

Please think about it.

Make disciples

Make disciples
Jesus said,
“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.  
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,  and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20.
This is a call to all Christians. We must tell the world about Jesus in word and in deed. Francis of Assisi noted two things. He said,

Preach the Gospel at all times

 and when necessary use words.

                                                 Francis of Assisi

"The deeds you do

 may be the only sermon some persons will hear today" 

                                                                        Francis of Assisi.

As Christians, believers in Christ Jesus we are called to love Jesus when asked,
"Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" 
Jesus replied: " ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'  
This is the first and greatest commandment.  
And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbour as yourself.'  
All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." Matthew 22:36-40.
Jesus also said,
"You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.'  
       But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,..." Matthew 5:43,44.
It is only through showing unconditional love to those around us that we can effectively present the gospel message and win souls for Christ.
So my question to all who call themselves Christians, followers of Christ Jesus is,
Do you truly love the people around you, family, friend, or foe?
Please think about it.

You Live in Deeds

You live in deeds
Jesus said,
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.  
Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.  
In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven Matthew 5:13-16.
Notice here Jesus says, “let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven”.
As Christians, believers in Christ Jesus, we are called to love in word and deed. For it is only by showing love, in deed as well as in our words, not only toward our friends and neighbours but even to our enemy and our persecutors, that we can be effective witnesses for Christ Jesus.
The world is watching anyone who claims to be a Christian. And, the world quite often does not hear our words. They do however see our deeds.
Francis of Assisi wrote,

"The deeds you do 

may be the only sermon 

some persons will hear today"

                                    Francis of Assisi

Thus my question to you is, What sermon is your deeds preaching?
Please think about it.