“Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.” (Colossians 4:5 NIV)
On a recent vacation, my husband and I had made arrangements through a local company for a ride from the airport to our resort. During the twenty minute ride, the driver told us a few things about the area and how the company he works for could provide us with tours and activities. If we asked any questions, he would answer in a way that redirected our attention to the company he represented. It quickly became apparent to us that he used the time he had with us to pitch his business. He mentioned that we would be approached by others offering similar excursions, but to only book with agents who wore uniforms similar to his. I admired his single-mindedness.
“Pray that every time I open my mouth I'll be able to make Christ plain as day to them.” (Colossians 4:4 MSG)
As Christians, we are called to represent Christ and make Him known. However, the world encourages us to promote ourselves and our self-interests at every turn. Not to mention that humans have a natural instinct to seek admiration and prominence. Thus, it feels counter-cultural and counterintuitive to serve Christ rather than to do what feels good and makes others think well of us. Every encounter can be an opportunity to make the Message plain. There are a variety of ways to do this. Let your words and actions reflect Christ. Seek to bring out the best in others instead of aggrandizing yourself. Nurture faith. Build each other up in love. Magnify God.
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