Standing on the Promises or Sitting on the Premises?

Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life (John 8: 12).

Most Christians would agree that the world today needs God's light. However, we should ask ourselves what we're doing to shine His light to others. Are we carrying His Word like a high-powered spotlight to lead people out of the darkness? Are we looking for ways we can show His love, especially to the destitute?

Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few (Matthew 9:37-38).

If each person who professes to be a Christian would get off the sofa, develop a servant's heart, and follow God's commandments in obedience, the Christian faith wouldn't be declining, and our churches would be packed each time the doors opened. We need workers for the harvest. Where are they? Where are you?

Wherefore take unto you the whole amour of God, that ye may be able to withstand the evil day, and having done all, to stand (Ephesians 6:13).

Christians need to be willing to put on the armor of God and move to the front lines instead of remaining on the sidelines. God didn't mean for us to sit but to serve. Faith demands action. Love for our fellow man requires that we get involved. When we come to the end of our lives on earth, what we've done with Christ and how well we've served God in obedience will be the only things that matter. How's your heavenly report card looking? Are you working for his kingdom on the front lines or are you sitting on the sidelines?

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