What does it take to be Jesus to others? Don't you think that is a good question to ask. Millions of hurting people walk the streets daily, including you and me. What is it that they need? More stuff, fame, perfect spouse, better job? I don't think so. Look around you, some of the people that are hurting most in the world seem to have all those things. What they need is someone to be Jesus in their lives! Below are a few ways we can be Christ to others, allowing him to use us to impact the lives of the people that need him the most.Love-(Rom. 8:35-39) Love people! Loving people is never convenient, not always fun, and always takes effort on your part. But look at the example Jesus gave to us, he laid his life down because of his love for us.
Encouragement-(1 Thess.5:11) Build others up! There are plenty of things and people in this life that will tear you down. Doesn't it feel good when someone encourages you and believes in you. Encourage and believe in others.
Be Real-(John 4:1-26) When people need to hear the truth, give them the truth in love. If you practice Love and Encouragement they will respect you when you are Real with them.
Love, Encourage, and Be Real. Be Christ!
good stuff. makes sense. and seem so applicable, and yet it's sometimes so hard with some people. BUT that is when we get to see God @ his best in us and through them.
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