A Reputation of Faith and Love

We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of your love for all the saints;

Colossians 1:3-4 NKJV

Your reputation is your billboard. It is how you are known.  It is what people are saying about you. The proverb declares: “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold” (Proverbs 22:1 NKJV).

According to Paul, the believers at Colosse had a great reputation. Their faith was spoken of across the land. Paul had received reports of their faith while he was a prisoner in Rome.

Being people of faith and love makes for the very best of reputations. How can we develop such characteristics? Here’s some ideas:

1. Be a giver. Faith and love gives requiring nothing in return. Your time, talents, and treasures are meant to be given not hoarded.

2. Be an encourager. Faith and love always sees the best and has a kind word to share. A word of encouragement is a breath of life to a weary soul.

3. Be consistent in word and deed. Faith and love are not moody. They don’t run hot and cold. When people find you to be the same day in and day out they will call you faithful.

It’s a great day to be a Christian, and it’s a great day for faith and love to mark your life!

Many blessings to you.