Be an example

By this deed you have given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme. 2 Sam 12:14


One of the greatest hindrances to the successful propagation of the gospel is the bad example of believers who do not live for the Lord. A common excuse is that ”there are too many hypocrites in the church.” Sadly, this is often true. This shameful fact should cause us to examine ourselves deeply to be certain we are not one of them. We cannot escape all criticisms...but we should do everything we can to be certain the criticisms are not true...

Keith Eggert, Union Gospel Press, Summer Quarter, 2014


Don't let your good be evil spoken of...
Romans 14:16

Selfishness

What you do affects others, it's selfish to think or behave otherwise. As believers we are free, but not free to do things that cause others to stumble, thoughtless acts.


Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a cover up for evil:live as G-d's slaves. 1Peter 2:16. When you agreed to walk the walk, you belong to G-d, and as such, you realize others belong to G-d, and you treat them accordingly, and bring yourself into subjection. This is not a burden, to those who believe, this is our reasonable service. Romans 12:1