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An Everyday Guide to LIVING Your Faith

1/19/2024

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​Have you ever had one of those days where you're just not your best self? I know I have. Like this one time, I totally lost it in traffic because I was late for a church outreach event. Yep, you read that right - freaking out on my way to do something good. Talk about irony, right?

But here's the thing: our actions scream louder than our words. They're the living, breathing proof of what we believe. When I acted out in impatience, it didn't matter how much I talked about my faith; my actions were drowning out my words. That day, I realized something crucial - how I interact with people, how I handle stress, how I live each moment - it all adds up to my testimony about Jesus.

So, how do we live a life that's not just talk, but also walk? The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Colossians, nails it down to three simple (but not always easy) steps:
  1. Pray Continually: Prayer should be our first response, not our last resort. It's like the steering wheel guiding us, not the spare tire we use only in emergencies. Ever heard of the saying, "Satan dreads nothing but prayer"? It's true. Prayer is our secret weapon.
  2. Live Purposefully: We've got to be intentional in how we interact with others, especially those who don't share our faith. It's about making the most of every opportunity to show grace, kindness, and the love of Christ through our actions and words.
  3. Serve Faithfully: It's about putting our faith into action, serving others as Jesus did. Every small act of service is a piece of the puzzle in our complete testimony.

But you know what the real kicker is? Despite our circumstances, every moment is an opportunity for the Gospel to advance. Yeah, every single moment - good or bad. Whether it's being kind to the slow driver in front of you, or sharing your faith story with a friend over coffee, it's all part of living a life that points to Jesus.

So, let's challenge ourselves this week:
  • Talk to God about people: Pray continually for those around us, for open doors to share our faith.
  • Seek out ways to talk to people about God: Look for opportunities to share how great and good He is in our lives.
  • Repeat: Stay faithful, no matter the challenges or joys we face.

In the end, it's about living a life that's completely surrendered to Jesus - a life that not only talks about faith but also walks it out every single day. Remember, every moment, no matter how ordinary it may seem, is a chance for the Gospel to advance.

Here's to living a complete testimony, one step at a time!

- Adapted from the sermons preached across our 3 campuses on 01/21/24.

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