Monday, September 21, 2009

Growing Up Mondays



Apply the teaching and ministry to your life — There's not much that a pastor loves more than to see his flock practicing what he has preached, living a Godly, holy life, and on their knees seeking the Lord. Learn to appreciate the spiritual values they try to instill in you and the congregation. "Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern" (Phil. 3:17).

It helps your Church when you live, and conduct yourself in a Christ-like manner. Whether you realize it or not,, you're a walking billboard for your Church. Whatever the people of your community see in your life, they will tend to identify with your pastor, and his flock. Behave yourself, and speak well of the Church, and your pastor. Eyes and ears, are always open to the things you say and do.

18 comments:

Sarah said...

Amen sweet friend, Amen!

It is an honor and a privilege to battle with you in prayer today. May the Lord simply hold your family close with His healing hand.

And may you be drenched in His unfailing love,
Sarah Dawn

Fitter After 50 said...

It won't be long for the retreat now. You must really be anticipating it, yes?

LisaShaw said...

Thanks for sharing dear sister.

I ask the Holy Spirit often to help me to remember that I'm a representation of CHRIST in all that I say and do before my family, friends, those in ministry, those I'm ministering to and strangers in my day to day life.

If my attitude, actions or words are not right then I misrepresent HIM and His teachings to the Body of Christ (the church).

A heavy load to sometimes bare? Yes but a worthy one if we could just be more like JESUS. Help us Lord!

Blessings and peace to you this day.

Diane, Fit to the Finish said...

Thanks for this. I've learned that you never know who is watching you. One time standing in line at a store, a lady tapped me on the shoulder and said, "Don't you go to my church?" I said, "Yes." I was grateful that I was patiently waiting for the incredibly slow clerk!

April said...

So very true!

Hootin Anni said...

I like the 'walking billboard' of anyone's lifestyle...that is so true, so true.

Have a great Monday Denise!

Samantha said...

Amen, thank you for this reminder.

Samantha said...

Amen, thank you for this reminder.

Ramblins of a middle-aged goddess said...

Yes people do watch us. I have learned that over the years. They KNOW that you go to a certain church and well they see if you live up to what you believe...I have learned just be yourself in the LORD and all is fine.
Sandy

Shelby said...

Thanks for that reminder, my friend!! We know that we represent Christ but especially nonbelievers will more easily grasp that we represent our respective churches.

Great post!

Anne Lang Bundy said...

Denise, your words testify to a life of practicing what you preach. I'm sure you have words you'd take back and actions you'd do over, like everyone. But your practice IS your preaching.

I love you! Thank you for all your blessings to me.

Leaon Mary said...

"It's your life, whatchya gonna do, the world is watchin you, everyday, the choices you make say what you are and do; your heart beats for.. it's an open door: it's your life... " lyrics from IT'S YOUR LIFE.
I think about your topic today so much. May my life reflect our King.
Thanks for reminding me today Denise!!
SMOOCHY holykisses xoxo

Heather said...

so very true. i like your new look on your blog :)

Karen said...

I love your term "walking billboard", too...brings to mind that old saying about Christians being the only Bible some people ever read....

Debra Kaye said...

Precious one....Amen to this beautiful truth you have spoken here today!

Gretchen said...

It's true: church isn't just for Sunday mornings. We get our cups filled on Sunday's, but each day is a day from God.

LauraLee Shaw said...

Amen, sister. Love this!

Laureen said...

Thanks for the reminder