A precious thing
Jesus said,
“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls.
When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.”
Matthew 13:44-46.
If we Christians seem a little over zealous at times at wanting to tell you about Christ it’s because we honestly believe we have found the most important thing in life. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
True Christians will not try to impose their faith on someone. They will however try to at least tell you about the most important thing in their life.
To the person who finds that personal relationship with Jesus Christ it is if you will like finding a gold mine. Like finding the most valuable jewel in the world.
When a person enters into a true relationship with Christ it is a life changing event. Christ really does change lives. The process may be slow or fast depending on the person but the individual does change.
Paul talks about that change when he notes,
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law."
Galatians 5:22,23.
This is what a true Christian will exhibit to all around them.
Paul goes on to note,
“Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires.”
Galatians 5:24
That’s not to say we are perfect. Christians from time to time may stumble and make mistakes, sometimes big ones. Still they do their best to live a good life following the words of the apostle Peter who said,
“Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us.’”
1 Peter 2:12.
I personally would like people everywhere to at least read the New Testament asking God to show them the truth that is in it. Truths that are life changing.
I however leave the choice to you.
Please think about it.
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