An Elder Speaks

Our Influence
by Jack Smith
June 6, 2004

As Christians every step of the way we are consciously or unconsciously exerting an influence upon those we come in contact with.

The apostle Paul said it this way: “For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself.” (Romans 14:7)

Whether we realize it or not, many are unconsciously depending upon the influence of Christians. You may think you have no influence, but you cannot go wrong in one little act without leading others astray.

When we’re late for bible school or worship, when we hang our in the foyers, when we talk in service, trust me, someone notices. God’s word says none of us liveth to himself. Truly, we influence others and are influenced by others. Peter said, “I go a fishing.” Then the other disciples said, “we also go with thee.: ( John 21:3)

Hosea said, “And there shall be, like people, like priest.” (Hosea 4:9) The ten faithless spies “made the heart of the people melt.” Josh. 14:8 Numbers 13:26-14:5.
So let us continue have a positive influence on those we come in contact with.

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