Every day, every situation, every challenge, is an opportunity to apply Christian principles to life and thereby “Work out” your salvation. When we work out, we exercise our muscles. When we apply God’s Word to life, we are exercising our ability to be obedient to His commands and thereby become stronger in our Christian witness.

When we are tempted to react in a carnal, sinful manner, we should resolutely say, “I am going to be obedient to God’s Word and give a Godly, spiritual response to this challenge.  I am going to display for everyone how a Christian should act.”

We need God’s grace to pull this off.

PRAYER: Father in Heaven, You are the source of all life and goodness. Empower us today to show to everyone what a Godly, loving response should look like. We do it for Your glory, not ours.

READ: Phil. 2-4