3 We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. 4 Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships and distresses;
I was stuck this morning by the first line in the chapter. It seems to be to be a completely different level, when you are so in tune with your relationship with God, that you can move your attention to how you are affecting those around you. Paul is acting in such a way that he is assured not to put questions in anyone's mind about what it means to follow God. He doesn't complain about anything that is put in his path.
I struggle enough with my own deal. But to think about how it looks and the questions that may arise from that optic.....that's a completely different level.
short/quick today.
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I had picked the same verse as you. Similar thoughts and struggles too. Does my life give a testimony to Jesus or at times do I prove to others by my behavior and actions prove otherwise. If my behavior is poor then maybe it would be better if I didn't profess to be a believer--it might hurt the cause. That said, I'm a sinner and will make mistakes. Because I believe and through His Grace I will be saved. That's a message you can discuss with someone, but not with all the people who observe you that you don't ever talk with.
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