Be An Inspiring Member Of The Church

Be An Inspiring Member Of The Church Inappropriate behavior. Have you ever felt a cringing feeling in the pit of your stomach when you know you’ve mindlessly said something hurtful, or spoke up sounding crude and jovial when the mood was solemn? "We are at a funeral, not a comedy show. Quiet yourselves.” “Do you mind if I finish talking? You’ll get your turn when I am through.” “I can’t believe you came dressed to church like that. You look like you’re going to the beach!” Infringing rudely on someone else time, behaving inappropriately at a solemn service, or dressing unbecomingly in God’s house are just a few examples of what can be deemed inappropriate behavior. We can’t assume others know the rules. We can, however, continue to teach anyone whose lives we touch. Even bolder, rebuke those who know better yet defy authority. Our words may not be easily received or immediately acted upon, nor would someone else’s behavior be corrected instantly. But our conscience knows better. Sacred thoughts have a way of striking a chord in our hearts and spirits and have a way of resonating in our minds for years and even a lifetime. God is present everywhere in our lives. Choose to acknowledge God’s presence before that curse word parts from your lips. Know that He is present whether you are alone or gathered with a group. Teach your family and friends about the reverence of God. Jesus did not permit anyone to sell or take anything in the church that would interfere with the bonding of the mind and heart with God. The “physical Church” is not the only place that our hearts and minds should be dedicated to prayer, awe, respect and the worshipping of God. “The church” is wherever people are. Where ever you are be an inspiring member of the church! Drive out the idea that God’s world and even more His Church, is a place that people should mindlessly deface.