Bible Verse for July 25th.

 And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.

Colossians 3:17

NLT Bible 

 

Knowing Jesus and having an ongoing and intimate relationship with Him is the first requirement of being His representative. Secondly, we need to know His Word and understand His laws and precepts. Then we must live for God, letting our words and actions reflect and honour Him in all we say and do. We are His witnesses and thereby represent Him in our homes, in our communities, at work and basically everywhere we are. When Jesus was on earth, His life was all about serving, loving and ministering to those around Him and our lives should be too.

 

God is our ultimate example and representing Him means we should pattern our lives after Him. Kindness, gentleness, compassion, love, mercy and grace should emanate from us. We need to be loyal and gracious, act honestly and with integrity and exhibit Christlike behaviour at all times. As believers, we belong to the kingdom of God and we are His ambassadors. This means that in any setting, in any situation or circumstance, in good times and bad times, He is evident in our lives through all we say and do. We have to continually look to Him for strength and guidance and run our race here on earth with perseverance and endurance, all for the glory of God. 

 

Thank You Lord that I am Your child. My desire is to be a good and worthy representative of You. May my thoughts, words and actions always be acceptable to You. I pray that I will be a true example of all that is good and righteous. I love you, Jesus. Amen! 

 

Be Blessed!  

Lydia