STEADY GOODNESS

 

STEADY GOODNESS

James 3:13 If you are wise and understand God’s ways, live a life of steady goodness so that only good deeds will pour forth. And if you don’t brag about the good you do, then you will be truly wise! NLT

Those who are wise and truly understand the Gospel message will live a life of steady goodness. They will be known for their goodness. All that they do will flow from a heart intent on doing good. What they do in life will be good. They will be positive influencers of the Gospel.

Those who are wise will be steady in their souls. They will not be good one day and not so good the next. They will seek the truth of the Gospel and apply it every day. They will live under the lordship of Christ and not for themselves. They will be conscientious about how they are living and always strive to please the Lord.

Those who are wise will not be braggarts. They will be so secure in their standing with Christ that they will not have to brag about it. The wise just live a life of faithfulness and are satisfied in knowing that God is pleased with them. The wise understand the dangers of self pride and are careful to avoid it.

The goal of every true believer in Christ should be to live a steady and unpretentious life of goodness. If you are not doing so well in this area, you need to confess it before God and seek His help. The Lord wants you to bring it to Him. He wants to forgive you and help you do better. He wants you to be known for your goodness. Won’t you let Him have His way in your life today?