Thursday: For the last two weeks, we have been talking about being "doers" of the Word. First, we learned that we are not just supposed to be hearers of the Word; we should also change our actions to match the instructions that we hear. So, what does this look like everyday? Funny you should ask because how we look has a lot to do with it! In 1 Peter 3:2-5, we're instructed to dress modestly and with propriety. Our clothes should not be our focus; instead we should focus on having a clean heart and a gentle spirit. These verses were written for women, but men should consider them, too. Take a good look at your clothes today. Are they modest and proper? Or do they detract from the heart inside you?
Friday: Are you being a "doer" with your mouth? People often say that a person should put his money where his mouth is, and a christian must take this especially to heart. The Bible says that the tongue is the most unruly part of the body; often we speak before we think, and this sets a poor example for those around us. Ephesians 4:29 makes it very clear that our words should be clean (no cussing!) and meaningful: "Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear." In other words, your words should be pertinant and, like your clothes, reveal a clean heart. Reflect on everything that you said today: is there anything that doesn't fit this criteria? Pray that God will help you control your unruly tongue.
Saturday: You can also be a "doer" with your everyday actions. For example, imagine that you are walking down the hall at school, and you see someone that you don't like drop a paper from his/her folder. You pick it up and find that it is a homework assignment. Do you give it back to person? Do you throw it in the trash? Do you just toss it back in the floor? Although this doesn't seem like a very important or noteworthy situation, this is the kind of thing that separates "doers" of the Word from "hearers." A hearer might recognize that the right thing to do would be to give the paper back to the person, whether you like him/her or not, but might still not do it. A doer recognizes the right thing to do and does it, even when it's hard. Why? We are supposed to live as an ambassador for Christ, representing him in all parts of your life. According to 2 Corinthians 5:20, you should cause others to want to know God. Do your actions call others to Him?
Sunday: See you at church today! FYI: Easter Dinner and Egg Hunt today!
Monday: So is it hard to be a "doer"? Sometimes it can be. Sometimes we want to ignore the still, small voice in our hearts that tells us what to do and what not to do. Ultimately, however, we have to remember that even inside our deepest parts--the thoughts of our minds and the emotions of our hearts--we are not alone. Once we invite Him in, the Lord--Father, Son, and Holy Spirit--becomes an integral part of us. According to Ephesians 4:4-6, there is only one body and one Spirit; we are all called to the same Hope; and the one righteous God is over all, through all, and in all. Meditate on God's existence in your own heart. Do you remember that He's there? Do you talk to Him? Do you thank Him? Do you praise Him? Do you make Him feel welcome?
Tuesday: Although we have talked about the importance of doing good things this week, we must remember that good deeds won't save you. According to Ephesians 2:8-10, we are saved only by the grace of God and only through his Son. No man can brag about his good works because they will not save him. However, Ephesians goes on the say that we were created in Christ Jesus to do good works and that the Lord has already prepared things for us to do. So be alert: look for the good works that you could do today--works of the heart, mind, mouth, and hands.
Wednesday: See you at church tonight!
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