Sanctify The Lord God In Your Heart

And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be troubled.” But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; having a good conscience, that when they defame you as evildoers, those who revile your good conduct in Christ may be ashamed. For it is better, if it is the will of God, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.

1 Peter 3:13-17

People will watch our walk before listening to our talk. The best witness combines good behavior and appropriate words, reflecting the difference God makes in our lives.

This was the instruction the apostle Peter’s instruction on how we can introduce Jesus to a hostile world. He challenged his readers to be “eager to do good.” We are to live obediently in Christ, to have a good conscience, and to be prepared to explain to others why we have such hope.

The more we live like Jesus, the more others will be drawn to Him.

Our Daily Bread – November 10, 2015