2 Timothy 3:5 (CEB) They will look like they are religious
but deny God’s power. Avoid people like this.
When I served as assistant pastor at Winder First UMC the
lady who served as chairperson of worship would absolutely not allow artificial
flowers on the altar table. I guess she had her reasons. Maybe her decorating theology was based on
this scripture. She was very creative in her altar designs, especially for the
contemporary service but what she created was also always genuine and
thoughtful. Are we always genuine and
thoughtful? In my life as a Christian I
have too often encountered people who look like a Christian on the outside but
their behavior betrays their authenticity.
We all sin; we all have failings and that’s one reason to be in a
committed relationship with a Christian community like our wonderful
church. The person who is inauthentic is
the person who comes to church but refuses to let the Holy Spirit change
them.
Open the eyes of our heart, Lord. Help us see ourselves as you see us. Help us to be authentic Christians with both
the form of religion and Your power. Amen.
Have a great day,
Paige
Paige
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