“We exhorted each one of you and encouraged you and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory.” – 1 Thessalonians 2:12
If Jesus is your Lord and Savior, then you’ve answered a truly glorious invitation from God! He has called you into His kingdom and glory. He’s made you a citizen of heaven. He’s prepared for you an eternal home with Him. He will glorify your soul and body in Christ Jesus. Having received this call purely by God’s grace and not because of anything you’ve done, the exhortation of the apostles and the command of Scripture is to live in a way that’s worthy of your gracious God.
Let the salvation you already enjoy through Jesus should fill you with a desperate desire to live like you’ve really been saved from the fires of hell by the sacrifice of Jesus. Embrace God’s grace and let it transform you to become more and more like Jesus Himself. Walk in holiness. Crucify the sins that tempt you. Grow in holiness. Grow in the fruit of the Holy Spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Love God and love all people, particularly fellow Christians. Praise God and serve Him. Celebrate Jesus and share Him with others who need rescue from the fires of hell.
Be salt and light in this corrupt and dark world. Let the light of Jesus shine through your good deeds and loving, truthful words. Truly #FollowJesus