You can tell people about Jesus till you are blue in the face, but your greatest testimony shared with others is your example. Paul wrote to those in Colossae to “Live wisely among those who are not believers… to let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt” (NLT, NIV).
I have four words written down that I read daily. Equip. Encourage. Empower. Embrace. Each day I remind myself of the importance of living this out with those who God brings in my path. It is not always easy to do; however, we are to be salty, we are to be full of grace.
It is so easy to show people something that is a misrepresentation of Christ. There a many opportunities to share love but instead we show judgment. We could speak life but instead we act in anger. We could encourage but instead we lash out and bring down. Each day you are given an opportunity. Make the most of every one. Live wisely among those who are not believers.
“Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity.” – Colossians 4:5 [NLT]
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