We are to represent Christ on the earth. Jesus died for our sins. So, we should live by faith and abstain from a sinful lifestyle. The way that we live our lives should always point to Jesus. Let us follow the example of Christ in all that we do.

We should walk in a manner that says that we are children of God. This means that we choose to be patient, loving, kind, gracious, merciful to each other. We should walk worthy of the call of Christ. Not to get "browning points" or "extra credit" with God. We should do this because we want our lives to please God. So, let us examine ourselves to see if we are really acting like Christians or are we talking a good game.

There is a reward for looking to and in trusting the Lord. The path of trusting God and living by faith can be difficult. But we are promised to reap a harvest of joy after the tears. Let us continue to have faith and look to God, who rewards us when we stay true to the faith.

The coming of the Lord is happening soon. So let us be diligent in the work we have been called to do. Let us be patient and strengthen ourselves with God's Word. The call of each believer is to prepare for the Lord's coming. So, let us endeavor to walk in patience, love, kindness, compassion, and peace among all others.

It's not always easy to stand firm in the faith. We are called to stand firm in the faith and to be strong. Even when our bank accounts are lacking. When our relationships are difficult to manage. Even when our emotions and circumstances say that we should give up. We show stand firm and know that God is on our side. Our confidence is not in our ability to stay strong but that God holds us up when we are weak.