A common issue people have with Christianity is the belief that to be a Christian means you are bowing down to an angry God. A God who is demanding you do this and that or you’re simply unworthy.
In actuality, being a Christian is the complete opposite. The Lord wants you to know you’re loved. You’re forgiven. You’re safe in His will and in His kingdom.
The Lord wants you to come together with friends, family, strangers and be a community. Serve those in need, be a light to those in dark places and know he’s always there as you go through your own struggles in life.
The promise isn’t rainbows and butterflies but to have eternal life in Gods kingdom. To be forgiven of sins and mistakes. Poor decisions erased from the record. Second chances when you never thought you deserved one.
Christianity isn’t about fearing an angry God, it isn’t about turning your back on everyone and anyone who doesn’t believe in Christ. It’s about not wanting to live your life anything short of how Jesus lived His. Knowing you’ll make mistakes, knowing you’ll be forgiven. It isn’t about how much money you make, how many church services you attend, how many times you volunteer. Your works do not matter to God but your faith certainly does.
Having faith God sent His only son to die. Having faith He rose and the tomb was empty. Having faith that we praise and worship a living, breathing God. Helping your neighbor. Praying for those in need, those you don’t even know. Forgiving others when it’s the last thing you feel they deserve. Speaking the truth of the Bible in a loving manner, not sugar coating but also not casting harsh judgements either.
THAT is what being a Christian is all about. That is the Christian I am beyond proud to be.
With love,
Marilyn C.
Marilyn Colwell 