Whose who?

Thinking about how to walk in  faith in the "everyday", includes sharing the gospel with people.  Worship, prayer, study are part of the Christian chemistry, but another important element is sharing salvation.

I can't make someone become a Christian, but as a follower, I'm obligated to talk about Christ, and be His witness.  I used to think my actions alone would do the trick; making good choices is essential. We can't  lead a sinful life and stay in right fellowship with God.

But, total dependence on the Lord, that cornerstone of faith,  means I give Him the glory in all things, that I don't say, "Gee, that was a coincidence," or, "Wow, that was luck."  No, it was the Holy Spirit's guidance.

The Christian life is an expression of God's grace, rather than a checklist of dos and don'ts.  It's an overflow of Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit empowers us to do whatever God requires of us. 

Does it really matter if wer believe in eternal security?  The answer is yes.  Eternity is one of God's promises, and He wants His chidlren to be confident about our guaranteed future with Him.  That is why John declared, "These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life." (from 1 John 5:13).

As a believer who is sure of eternity, I don't work to get something from God, but to serve Him out of devotion. Part of that service is sharing His gospel.

Bringing Christ into daily conversations with friends takes some courage.  I can tell when someone isn't comfortable with talking about Him. There's a look in the eye from the listener that I'm either being an encourager or I'm "preaching."  I'm not supposed to preach. That's not my job.

I just so want to help my friends have what I've found in Christ.  He set me back on the right track some years ago, and I am forever grateful to Him. 

If I can help a friend find Him again, a few uncomfortable conversations is an easy thing when the safety of Him arms is the goal.

The trials of life will not spare any of us.  All Christ wants us to do is to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." (from Proverbs 3:5-6).

As the old saying goes,  life is not about who you are; it's about whose you are.  And whose we are has essentially nothing to do with us and everything to do with Him.