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My Lord said, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Mt. 5:16). The best I can tell, there’s no limitation to this.
In other words, shining forth a good example is not restricted to the church building, or to Sunday service, or when just around church folks. Truth be told, where it’s most important to let our lights shine is at home, on the job, at school, and even on social media sites. True Christianity radiates from within and is on display everywhere, and all the time.
Question, do people know that you’re a Christian? They shouldn’t have to ask you. They should be able to witness it for themselves.
William Barclay wrote: “Our Christianity should make a difference in the way we order a meal from a waitress or treat the shop assistant behind the counter. Christianity should make a difference in the conscientiousness of our work, and in the courtesy with which we serve the public and in the consideration with which we live within our own homes.”
Christianity is a full-time job. It’s not a past time practiced only on Sunday. It demands our best behavior every day.
George Bailey (not the “It’s a Wonderful Life” guy) said, “Nothing is more contagious than an example.” What kind of example are you setting? It’s contagious. What are folks picking up from you?