TRUE CHRISTIAN

 

As we reflect on who we are as Christians... Are we Christians only every Sunday or on our lips only?

“And when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. So it was that for a whole year they assembled with the church and taught a great many people. And the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.”

Acts 11:26 

The definition of Christian is found in v26. 

The disciples were called “Christ-ones” the little Jesus because they did the works of Christ. 

Therefore, true Christians are the ones like Christ. Who keeps His works. 

Why are we called Christians? I am sure the answer is obvious, but have you ever really thought what it means to be called a Christian? 

Accepting Christ, baptizing in the named of Christ is not enough for us to be called Christians. 

Being a Christian is becoming a disciple of Christ. To be Christ-like in character and in works. 

Let us  not just be someone who has received baptism or believes in Jesus and His teachings, but our whole life should be a reflection of Him. He should be Lord of our life and reign in us. People should know who we follow by how we act and talk. Our life should be transformed if we are a Christian, not just believe the teachings. 

Let’s reflect:

We claimed we are Christians but what are the commandments of Jesus that we obeyed? 

What are His works that we keep? 

When others see us will they say we are “Christ-ones”? 

Thank you Lord for this understanding. May You touch us to be more like you. Amen.