Reflection of Christ!

I know plenty of people who strive everyday to be a better version of themselves, than the day before. I count myself amongst them. To be kinder, nicer, more forgiving, selfless, giving, the list goes on and on.

That's what Jesus would want, right?

For us to be a better person, each and everyday!

But is it really?

I think that Jesus wants us to be a better reflection of Him, each and everyday. To let His love light reflect off of us, to those around us. When people look at us, they see more of Him and less of us. To see the Holy Spirit flowing through us and out of us. To be His hands and feet here while we walk the earth.

Genesis 1:27 (NLT)

²⁷ So God created human beings in his own image.
    In the image of God he created them;
    male and female he created them.

 

So God created us in His own image. Not an image of you or me, but of Himself.

 

Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)¹⁰ For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

So God does want us to do good things. But for His glory, not to say look how good I am or you are. Look how nice they treat everyone. Because even though we are nice to each other and how well we treat others,

Romans 3:23 (AMP)

²³ since all have sinned and continually fall short of the glory of God,

In the flesh, we still fall far short of the glory of God. We need to do a better job of reflecting Him and His goodness, righteousness and holiness.


Matthew 5:48 (MSG)⁴⁸ “In a word, what I’m saying is, Grow up. You’re kingdom subjects. Now live like it. Live out your God-created identity. Live generously and graciously toward others, the way God lives toward you.”

My prayer is that everyday, we strive to be a better reflection of Christ Jesus to others we cross paths with. Amen!