This generation of Americans like to talk, boasting about their own greatness, often stretching the truth beyond reality. Athletes tend to trash talk. Students seek to publicly display their knowledge. Socialites enjoy shooting the breeze. Yet, words don’t mean a thing, unless others see you serving Christ the King!
Meanwhile, modern churches are gravitating toward theology. In an honest attempt to maintain biblical accuracy, some are falling prey to paralysis by over-analysis. Flaunting their intelligence, church leaders are missing the mark set by Jesus in Matthew 22:37-40 and the apostle Paul in Galatians 5:6. Likewise, theology doesn’t mean a thing unless the love of Jesus is in the tune you sing.
The apostle Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 is a message many church goers are overlooking. Sure, you should understand the context of the Bible. Yes, theology is important to preserve the correct interpretation of God’s Word. However, the world continues to be turned off by Christians who misrepresent followers of God. Thus, love doesn’t mean a thing, unless action is seen, not spoken. Shine the light of the king today, Matthew 5:13!
by Jay Mankus
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