A reminder for
today
Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of
the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in
purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)
It is Friday and it was a long week. I am looking forward to
the weekend and getting a little rest. I have been struggling with a number of injuries,
so training is harder than usual. I often think that maybe it is time I stop
competing and just train for fun, but then the competitive side kicks in and then
we try again. I must admit I enjoy competing and it gives me a goal to work
towards.
One of the most important things of being a Christian is
keeping the goal in your view at all times. Paul writes here in 1 Timothy 4 verse
8: For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all
things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
He basically tells us that to be healthy and fit is not nearly
as important as godliness. This holiness is how we live our lives focussing on
the promise of life as we have it and life that is yet to come. Paul tells us
not be affected by other but to keep to our task and be an example to other in
word (in what we read in the Bible), in conversation (in what we say), in
charity (in the way we love and give), in spirit (in our passion for Jesus), in
faith (in our trust in God) and in purity (in our true reflection of living out
the word of God).
It is in this way we are different and set apart from the
rest of the world to create a need and desire in other to seek Jesus. It is how
we love as the Lord loves and how we are willing to face any challenge for His
glory. It is our faith and trust in the Lord, that becomes a beacon of hope in a
world that truly needs Jesus.
Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in
them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee. In
the last verse Paul says that in keeping the rule or policy of the gospel we
will not only save ourselves but everyone that hears us.
So, today I am reminding you that you must not give up and
continue to live a life that brings glory to God. It is in this unselfish way
of life that you will give life by leading people to the Lord. Your efforts are
never in vain and your work are never useless.
Lord, please strengthen us and guide us. Show us the way and
let us live lives that brings glory to you. Let us be a light that guides other
out of darkness and into your light. In Jesus name.
Have an awesome day dear friend of Jesus.
Cheers
