Accepting Denial

Continuing on a theme, I think that a more appropriate title is "Keepin' it Real." While it's impossible to be faithful to God 100% of the time, that certainly doesn't mean that we shouldn't try! Check yourself....it's easy to talk about God when you're around other Christians, but the real question is: how do you act when you're with your non Christian buddies? Do you find yourself acting a certain way, or not saying certain things because you're afraid of "sticking out," or being "too religious"? The Bible tells us that if we are ashamed of Christ, that he will be ashamed of us on judgement day (Luke 9:26). If you find yourself putting on a front, ask God to help you overcome your fears and insecurities. Don't be afraid to be transparent....sometimes the best witness arises without a single word having to be exchanged.

Blessings (and have a safe trip for those who are busting out today).

-AMR ;-)

P.S. I just wanted to express my thanks for the encouraging words-- they really do keep my spirits up, especially when I start to get down on myself . You guys are the best!

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The Daily Devo
by Pastor Steve Baney

Mark 14:71 "Peter said, 'I swear by God, I don't
know this man you're talking about.'" (NLT)

Peter denied that he knew Jesus three times. Watching Jesus falsely accused and abused by guards and officials must have made Peter think his life was in danger. It might seem easy to us to avoid saying those horrid words: "I don't know Jesus". But simply not saying the words doesn't put us in the clear. We either deny or acknowledge Jesus by our words, our actions, and our attitudes. Have you been acknowledging him?

Lord, help me to acknowledge you each day.
Holy Bible, New Living Translation. Wheaton: Tyndale House, 1997.