Imitate God
We finish up our ways to draw near to God today. Let's look at them all:
“First, affirm His nearness in your heart…Second, visualize God’s presence in your mind…Third, access God’s nearness through prayer...Fourth, reflect His presence in your demeanor.” –The Red Sea Rules, by Robert J. Morgan (Rule 7)
I mentioned in my sermon Sunday that I always find it funny that people apologize for certain things, like cursing, when I'm around, or they are in church. I find it funny because God's no more present when I'm there than when I'm not. If you don't feel comfortable doing something in front of me, why do you do it? I won't judge you…unless you're doing something illegal. 😉
I mentioned in my sermon Sunday that I always find it funny that people apologize for certain things, like cursing, when I'm around, or they are in church. I find it funny because God's no more present when I'm there than when I'm not. If you don't feel comfortable doing something in front of me, why do you do it? I won't judge you…unless you're doing something illegal. 😉
"Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God." –Ephesians 5:1-2 NLT
If God is near our hearts, minds, and souls, we should try to live as such. It's a challenging task, but one of the goals of being a Christian. It's the "fruits" of Christianity. Each day, we should act a little more like Christ, loving others and becoming more selfless.
If God is near our hearts, minds, and souls, we should try to live as such. It's a challenging task, but one of the goals of being a Christian. It's the "fruits" of Christianity. Each day, we should act a little more like Christ, loving others and becoming more selfless.
Thoughts to Ponder
- Do your actions show that God is near?
- Are you being intentional in acting like Christ?
- What's one way you can improve this area?
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