October 27, 2009

What would it be like?


What would it be like if we actually lived what we say we believe?
More importantly, what would it be like if followers of Jesus actually and consistently put the teachings of Christ into practice? "Why do you call me Lord, and do not do the things which I say?" (Luke 6:46-47)

What would marriages be like if couples who said they followed Christ, actually let Christ be in charge instead of themselves? What if every day each spouse made it a priority to make life better for each other rather than being self serving?

What would families be like if Jesus was allowed to be the head of the home? How differently would people in the family treat each other? How much more true joy would there be and how much true celebration of life would there be?

What would it be like if Christians in the work place chose everyday to give Christ first place? How much more productive would we be if we lived with a sense of accountability to God for our time? What would it be like if every business transaction was done through the integrity of Christ rather than being blurred by selfish motives?

What would our community look like if we actually believed that Jesus loved people and wanted to use us to bring healing and hope to all?

What would our churches look like if we truly believed that the local church was the hope of the world?

What would it be like if all who said they followed Christ took his command to love one another more serious than anything else?

What would it be like if we joined Christ's in his invitation?
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

What would life be like?