Bella Vista Church of Christ
LIFELINES
October 31, 2001 John Alley
Am I Dependable?
“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15.58)
Dependability is a must for the Christian in all areas of life!!! To be steadfast and unmoveable means that the Lord can count on us--that we are dependable. First Corinthians 10.31 tells us that every aspect of our lives should be characterized by dependability. God is relying or depending upon His children to DO and to BE certain things in this world.
1. He is depending upon His church to take the word to the world. (Mark 16.15)
2. God is depending upon Christians to provide “showcase” homes (not houses) for the world so they can see love, peace, joy, happiness, trust and togetherness. (Ephesians 5.22-6.4)
3. The Lord is counting on Christ’s followers exhibiting Christianity in their occupation and professions--honesty and “pride” in work that is well done. (Ephesians 6.5-9)
4. God is depending on His people to set the proper examples of purity, godliness, and Christlikeness in recreation and pleasure activities. (Titus 2.11-14)
5. God is expecting the followers of Christ to be “the light of the world” and “the salt of the earth.” (Matthew 5.13-14)
John Alley
