Living the Life

He sang, he sang heartily. Today was not as usual. Today was exceptional. Yes, people always reacted each time he picked up the microphone. People let themselves loose, and act as though they were under the influence of something greater than them (of course, it is truly greater than them; the HOLY SPIRIT), but today was to say the least, soul stirring, soul lifting, transformational, spirit-filled. As soon as his voice echoed through the loudspeakers, (not ordinary) screams filled the building.

Hands were lifted in humble adoration, people fell under the influence of the Holy Spirit, more than usual (I must add). There was an exceptional reaction to the sound of his voice, by the congregation. Literally, no one was left out. No doubt, the day’s service was spirit-filled; but a group of young men were quite “normal” during the course of the service and somewhat indifferent. As soon as the Grace was said, and people found their way out, the young men reunited with their friend (the music minister, whose voice through music stirred souls). They were amazed at (what they called) his ‘performance’ in church. They tried to compare and marry into a perfect picture, their friend they saw singing heartily during service, some minutes ago, and the one who had the most “shacks and shag” the previous night. While a member of the clique of friends was still “hung over” from their frivolous activities the previous night, their music minister friend was very agile and active, lifting hands and heads and casting crowns. Now, this case scenario is very true, relatable and common. We declare; I’m a Christian, yes. I’m a believer, yes. But most of the time, our trans formed lives as Christians is only seen or manifests only in the church.

                Christianity is a way of life. It is very strange to see God or exhibit a Christ-like life or attitude only in the fellowship of the faithful. As a matter of fact, it is wrong and not Christ-like. Our lives should (and must) reflect our profession, confession, proclamation and declaration as Christians. Our Christianity should not be like make-up, erased as soon as we leave the church premises or as soon as we depart from the gathering of the brethren. Our Christian way of life should be seen in the way we carry out our duties and responsibilities at our places of work. The Christ we profess should be seen through the works of our hands. We can’t and shouldn’t be lukewarm or inactive Christians outside the gathering of the brethren, and very active and spirit-filled “Brother” or “Sister” in the church.

                Therefore, today as always, be encouraged. It often said that religion is in the mind. In extension, Christianity does not only begin and end in the church. Christianity is a lifestyle and not a mere practice or verbal profession. Be encouraged my dear.