In law courts, there are many players, from the judges to suspects, witnesses, attorneys, etc. Of all the people in the courtroom, the attorney and witness are key players. The attorney is responsible for arguing cases, proving the truth, and pressing for a verdict. The witness has the simple responsibility of reporting what happened and what they saw.
Most times, we believers are tempted to be attorneys for Christ. It always feels easier to argue about Him and His works than to talk about what He has done for us and how He has transformed our lives. God has not called us to be attorneys for Christ. In fact, Paul advised his protégés Timothy and Titus to desist from such practices. Our main responsibility is to share with others what we have seen Jesus do, especially in our lives.
Arguments about doctrinal issues and other things are not important. What is important are our testimonies. Arguments tend to discourage others from connecting with God, but when we share the good things He has done in our lives, it lifts their spirits. Let us take much time to be witnesses and forget about being attorneys for Him. He is more than able to defend Himself and He is the Owner of the Church.
Read 1 Peter 2 for more.
This is very important to note. Thanks and God bless you.
ReplyDeleteIt is well. Thank You.
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