Faithful Attraction

Writing of a time when "Jerusalem will be called the Faithful City" (Zechariah 8:3), the prophet proclaimed, “In those days ten people from all languages and nations will take firm hold of one Jew by the hem of his robe and say, ‘Let us go with you, because we have heard that God is with you '” (v 23).

The implication being that when God's people live faithfully before him, they are also living befor others, who take note of that walk with God and be drawn to it. The faithful disciple, therefore, does not have to button-hole someone to share his/her faith because others will be holding on to your words, wanting to know what it is that you have, which is so clearly different. 

Paul later wrote, "Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone" (Col 4:6,7).  

Peter echoed this sentiment in saying, "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have" (1 Pet 3:15).

The disciple's life, because of the faith and hope which lie within and radiate outward, is drawing and compelling others to find out more about this life and the power, which makes it possible. The calm in times of difficulty and the grace in times of blessing are so attractive to a world saturated in self that that is angry in trials and greedy in prosperity. 

The disciple's life is to shine like a beacon in the darkness (Matt 5:14-16).  Does yours?

Jus' Askn.