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One common philosophy I have often shared with my children is this: “Talk is cheap... don’t  talk about it, ...be about it!”  I believe this motto has a lot of relevance, not only when comes to possessing street smarts, but also in our daily walk with the Lord

Here are some practical things you can do without having to say much at all:

One of the best ways to share your faith is to demonstrate the very things you believe by staying positive and having a good attitude even in the middle of a crisis in your own life. Remember the story in the Bible about Peter walking out onto the water when Jesus called to him? He kept walking above the water as long as he stayed focused on Jesus. But once he focused on the storm, he sank. When the people around you see the peace in your life, especially when it seems like you're surrounded by storms, you can bet they'll want to know how to get what you got! On the other hand, if all they see is the top of your head as you sink into the water, there's not a whole lot to ask.

Treat people with respect and dignity, no matter the circumstances. Whenever you have the opportunity, show how you don't change how you treat people, no matter what. Jesus treated people right, even when they mistreated Him. People around you will wonder how you're able to show this kind of respect for others. You never know, they may even ask.

Find ways to be a blessing to others. This not only plants amazing seeds for a harvest in your own life, it shows others that you're not a phony. It shows that you live what you believe. Saying you're a Christian is one thing, but living it in tangible ways every day is something else. The Word says, "They'll know them by their fruit."

Don't compromise your beliefs. Situations happen every day where compromise is not only possible, but many times is expected. Show people that your Christianity means living a life of integrity.

The ability to forgive quickly is a very powerful way to show how Christianity really works. Become a model of forgiveness. Nothing creates division, hostility, and turmoil more than an unwillingness to forgive the people who hurt you. Of course, there will be times when you are absolutely right. But being right doesn't give you a free pass to punish, humiliate, or embarrass someone else. And it most certainly doesn't eliminate your responsibility to forgive.

The Best Way to Share Your Faith is to be an example

People will want to know how you can be peaceful in the storm, why your kids are doing so well, why your marriage is so great, and how you know for sure about your purpose in life. And when they ask, you'll have all kinds of great stuff to share.

Please understand that I am in no way suggesting that a holy walk with Lord should be used as a substitute for sharing the Word of God with others.....The Great Commission commands all of us who belong to Him to share the "Gospel" of Jesus Christ with others.... But I do believe that when Christians share both a Godly "Word" and demonstrate a "Godly Walk" before others, it is then that we are properly equipped to effectively minister to the lives of others....

 Grace and Peace

Rev. V.C. Davis Sr.

Pastor-Teacher, New Creation Bible Fellowship in Warren, OH

 
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