Today, I read Philippians chapter 3. A couple of thoughts popped into my head.
Verse 18 says, "For I have told you often before, and I say it again with tears in my eyes, that there are many whose conduct shows they are really enemies of the cross of Christ." Verse 20 tells us "we are citizens of heaven".
It is very exciting to be thought of as a citizen of heaven. However, like Paul writes, many professing Christians conduct themselves in ways that are contradictory to the cross. We see many instances of Americans going overseas and acting . . . well, like arrogant, entitled, classless Americans. They bring dishonor to our nation. Their actions can negatively influence others' opinions of all Americans.
Paul tells us many who are Christians act the same way.
So, as a citizen of Heaven, are you acting in a way that brings glory to the Kingdom or are your actions producing backlash against Heaven?
Proverb of the Day: Proverbs 6:16-19
"There are six things the Lord hates--no, seven things he detests:
haughty eyes,
a lying tongue,
hands that kill the innocent,
a heart that plots evil,
feet that race to do wrong,
a false witness who pours out lies,
a person who sows discord among brothers."
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