I want to be an influence

I had a very interesting and engaging conversation with a friend and fellow believer last night about how I want to be an example for my kids and others. I fail miserably at times, but, I so want to be a good example. I want to be someone that they can look up to and know that I try to serve my LORD and SAVIOR the very best I can.

The conversation hinged on the fact that I don't partake of alcoholic drinks of any kind, in any way. I won't, purposefully, order a dessert with an alcohol-based glaze or sauce. Not that I think it is wrong or that it will cause me to become "drunk", but, because I don't want others to see me and cause them to give in to a temptation that they fight every day. I want to be an example.

Today's word is another quoted. I apologize for having two days of quotes but this one sums up what I try to get through to my kids and others: "You will NEVER influence this world by trying to be LIKE it." And, I'll aid, "Or, by trying to be liked BY it."

As Christians, we are called to come out from among them and to live differently. I know we have covered this before, and I apologize for digressing, but, it bears repeating. We are children of GOD, a royal priesthood, an heir with JESUS CHRIST, we shouldn't live like we belong to the king of this world. We should try to live in such a way that others know that our Father is not of this world.

I am really talking to myself, reminding myself, today. I want to be an example. As I said, I want my wife, my kids, my family, my friends, my coworkers, and everyone else to know that JESUS CHRIST permeates every facet of my life. I want them to know that I serve Him and that I try my best to do His will. I want them to see a good example. I want to be an influence.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T