There is no room in the arena of Christ followers for anyone to total independence from the family! We are not free to say: “No one is going to tell me what to do!!!”
A Native American leader told a group some time ago, “What our churches and families need most is role models”. What those who are young in life or in faith need most is someone they can follow to Christ. We all look up to someone. Why not find someone who is transparent in their faith and living with integrity?
Paul taught that precept very well. “Be followers of me”, he stated, “even as I am of Christ”.
Jesus taught us by example and commanded, “Follow Me.” However, you and I probably will not get far with commanding or demanding others to follow. Rather, Jesus said, “Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in Heaven” (Matthew 5:16).
Oh, just in case you wondered, there are promised blessings for obedience to the Word of God. There are dire consequences for disobedience.
What a blessing your life can be to your family – your Church – and your community if you will be a faithful example to others as one who follows Christ.
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