Titus 2:11-12
For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age,
Paul, through his letter to Titus, instructs us that Salvation in Jesus Christ is visible to all. Yet, we know that for as many of us who have taken hold of His Grace, there are countless numbers who have seen yet ignore, dabble in it, pursue other means or outright reject salvation. We also know that daily we face the choice of pursuing ungodliness and lusts vs. sober, righteous, godly living.
Sober- clear-minded, discerning and focused.
Righteous- abiding by the moral laws and principles of God.
Godly-applying Spiritual Truth and Wisdom to our life.
When these 3 words define our lives,
It increases our witness.
Gives opportunities to plant Seeds of Grace.
Brings hope and encouragement to those beaten down by sin and its consequences.
Allows the full experience of God's Blessings.
We also know that such a way of living is in stark contrast to the lifestyle of many around us. It can cause others to respond harshly, with much criticism and disgust. Yet, it is exactly the way God intends us to live. It is the transformational lifestyle for which Jesus died and it is exactly what the Holy Spirit empowers us to do. As I wrote 2 weeks ago, we are called to live the Message of Easter loudly. Sober, Righteous and Godly is as loud as it can get!
Are you ready to crank up the volume?
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