What Kind of Testimony is Your Life?
"Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them."
-- Matthew 7:20
What kind of testimony is your life giving to others? We'd like to think that others know how deep our faith goes but small words and actions can tell them something different.
I recently encountered a sweet couple who were full of complaints. I know. "Sweet" and "complaints" don't really go together. It is the difference between surface and soul.
Don't get me wrong. I believe that are good people. But they called something "defective" instead of admitting that their child had caused the damage. Everyone knew. It was just so obvious. But they wanted a free repair and they got it. Frankly, it was easier than fighting it.
I wonder if they were surprised that they didn't get free service for their vehicle while the company was dealing with their "complaint." I truly believe it's what they expected. After all, shouldn't everyone want to make them happy?
Oh, did I mention that he is a pastor?
It could have been anyone. It certainly isn't the first time someone has manipulated a situation to get something for free. It just seems so much worse when it involves a pastor.
Or a church leader of any kind. There is a local contractor who is a leader in his church. He has a reputation as someone you just don't use. He talks good but his work his shoddy and doesn't hold up. What kind of life is his testimony?
Whether we realize it or not, our lives display our faith to others. What kind of life are you living? Are you drawing others toward Christ or turning them away?
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