“For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous for good works.” TITUS 2:11-14
PONDER THIS
A godly person’s faith speaks through the way he or she lives. It is more than knowing about the Bible stories or attending church; it is a life that is changed by Jesus.
How many holy people do you know? I know one. I’m married to her. Her joy, her actions, and her speech all point to her relationship with God. God has changed her life, and she lives as a new creation. After burning incense, when the priest came out of the temple, you could smell the incense in his garments. I know people like that: You just sense there’s something about their presence that points to a relationship with God. There’s a perfume of God in their lives. That is how we are called to live. Has your life been impacted by your relationship with God to that level? Has He changed your lifestyle? Has he changed your speech? This level of change is not just for the spiritual elite. It is the change that should happen in the life of every believer.
How has your faith in Christ changed the way you live? What areas have not been impacted by your faith?
Who has been an example for you of how a life can be changed by faith?
PRACTICE THIS
Thank someone who has been an example of faith to you and ask for insight on how to grow in living out one’s faith.
LWF Dr. Adrian Rogers
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