"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven" -- Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV)
Whether we like it or not, we are role models. Hopefully, the lives we lead and the choices we make will serve as enduring examples of the spiritual abundance that is available to all who worship God and obey His commandments.
Ask yourself this question: Are you the kind of role model that you would want to follow the example of? If so, congratulations. But if certain aspects of your behavior could stand improvement, the best day to begin your self-improvement regimen is this one. Because whether you realize it or not, people you love are watching your behavior, and they are learning how to live. You owe it to them - and to yourself - to live righteously and well.
"The sermon of your life in rough times ministers to people more powerfully than the most eloquent speaker" -- Bill Bright
Dear Lord, help us to be honorable role models to others. Let the things that we say and the things we do show everyone what it means to be a follower of Your Son. Amen.
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