Acts 26:30-32
English Standard Version (ESV)
Paul is brought before them in trial, an accused man, and yet he leaves with the best wishes of the ones who had heard his case. What they heard from Paul did not match the accusations, and he left a positive impression.
As Christians, we go out into the world, living as part of it. I think we all go forward as missionaries, letting the light of Christ shine through us. May we relate to others wish love and peace, in such a way that we leave the same impression -- that others wish us well. In doing so, perhaps they may see the grace of God shining through us.
The Christian church doesn't always have the best image in the world. People say and do things in the name of Christ that don't always line up with the Gospel, and the entire church is tainted because of it. While we can't control our brothers and sisters, we can relate with humility, loving and serving all regardless of their race or creed or nationality, and love as Christ loved, freely and sacrificially.
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