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Sonny's Weekly Blog
3-5-2010
 

Is it Really that Obvious?

 

Recently, while shopping, my mother gave a hearty greeting to a fellow shopper. Hello, its a beautiful day isnt it? The stranger paused, his eyes brightened then he responded. Yes it is, and I know something about you that you dont know I know. Oh and what is that? said my mother. You love the Lord, dont you? Yes, I do. Thank you for noticing.

Two things inspire me about that true story. One, my mothers faith was obvious enough for someone else to notice and two, the stranger was observant enough that he gave credit to the Lord. Both are examples of real Christianity in action. They illustrate functions that all of us can carry out. We are either called to shine or to notice the shine in someone else. With a little focus on the things that are most important, these functions become a lifestyle they become believable Christianity.

About once a week I pass a billboard that posts the following question from God, Do your words and actions cause others to believe in Me? This sign always challenges me to look at my day and seek an answer to that question.

For many in the world, Christianity seems like a religion of rituals that has very little impact on their everyday life. They see church goers dress, act and talk in a strange, Sunday-only style of conduct and they dismiss Christianity as an out-of-touch system of values. On the other hand, some are blessed to encounter Christians who seek out the beauty of each day and live out the praise God deserves. The world needs more Christians who are obviously and believably impacted by the values of Christ.

Some time ago I visited a congregation for the first time. To introduce them to my wife and children I used a picture of our family as an illustration in my sermon. Afterwards a woman remarked that it was obvious the boys were my sons. I beamed inside. Others have told me that the boys act, talk and even walk just like me. Few things give a father greater validation than having someone notice his children are living out the attributes of his life.

Are you a walking illustration of the Fathers attributes? Do your words and actions cause others to believe in God? Has anyone ever acknowledged the similarities between you and the Father? Is it really that obvious?

Acts 4:13 (NIV)
When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.

Acts 16:25, 29-30 (NIV)
25 About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them... 29 The jailer called for lights, rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. 30 He then brought them out and asked, Sirs, what must I do to be saved?

  

Note: When I was a teenager, I thought I knew everything. Now that I am much older, I know that I have much to learn. Please feel free to email me with your thoughts on this important topic. sonny@sonnychilds.com
 

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Audio posted 10-22-2009

 

 

   
Bryson at Work

Bryson spent many hours insulating and using his various carpentry skills this past week.

 

 

 


Cindy at Work

 Cindy also helped with insulation, staining woodwork and various other jobs.

 

 

 


Father and Son at Work

Gabriel helped with various projects - insulating, finding tools, etc.  I also insulated, built in the the back of the stairs, and helped Bryson with the ceiling and walls.

 

Photo Album:  Bryson and Tim's November Journey