Effectiveness vs. Busy-ness

[289 words] We all are given the same amount of time in a day. We strive to be busy when it comes to the work of the church. Being busy is good but being effective bears fruit for the Kingdom. The difference between effectiveness and busy-ness is the result! Effective Christians do what they say they will do. Matthew 5:37 says, “But let your Yes be Yes, and your No, No. For whatever is more than these is from the evil one.” A Christian’s character should be of such integrity that their words can be believed. Before a Christian can be effective, a Christian must be credible. Effective Christians will seek to improve their walk with Christ. Matthew 7:7 says, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Improvement comes from asking “How am I doing?” “What…