September 4, 2022 . . .

St. Francis of Assisi has been credited for saying, “Preach the Gospel and, if necessary, use words.”  There’s more to a Gospel message than words. Another way to say it is, “Your walk talks louder than your talk talks.” Sharing the Gospel has to be more than words. We are called to be doers of the Word and not just hearers. In I Peter 2:11-12, we are called to refrain from non-Christian activities and to be living examples of Christ-like activities. In a world where the Christian faith is often frowned upon and criticized, we are like strangers and pilgrims. This makes it important for us to carefully conduct our actions and words in an honest way that glorifies God. The flesh is opposite of God. We must abstain from fleshly lusts that war against our soul. It is not just telling others about the Gospel, but it is to display the actions of a Christ follower. Look at your life and ask yourself, “Do my actions speak louder than my words to glorify God?”