All of us probably influence many more people in our lifetime than we realize. We might think we affect our family and close friends, but our circle of influence is much bigger than that. It can include everyone we meet. The question is whether our influence is a good or bad one, and, if we're a Christian, how are we representing Christ?
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).

For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:20).
Our world today could definitely use more Christian influence. I remember when I was once interviewed for a public school teaching position. The principal made the comment that he liked to hire Christians, because his school ran more smoothly when he did. Isn't that a good testimony to the kind of influence we can have? What are you doing to influence the world for Christ?
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I'm not sure predictable Christian bromides are much help. In fact, if the bromides are in the class of the hateful and un-Christlike comments made by Franklin Graham, I'm sure such comments do untold damage and alienate nonbelievers even more. I'm certainly not insinuating that's the case with your blog but I am sure you are preaching only to the choir!
ReplyDeletePeople who claim to be Christian but don't act Christ-like have always been a problem. Hate has no place in Christianity.
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