The Christian's Mandate

I recently read an article entitled The Preacher's Mandate. It was essentially a call to faithfulness in ministry. I think that the concepts are transferable to the lives of every person who calls Jesus Lord. So, I offer the The Christian's Mandate.

• Pray like nothing good will happen if you do not pray. Pray like everything depends on God to act.
• Work like nothing good will happen if you do not do it.
• Do everything like you were doing it for God himself.
• Do not look for a personal message from God, but rather the message of God.
• Do not be satisfied until you are helping to bring the Kingdom of God. When you are helping to bring the Kingdom of God, do not be satisfied until it comes.
• Remember that your life is always on display. You are a testimony to God's work in your life. Be an example of Godly living.
• Prepare your heart with the Word of God. Be ready for every struggle that may come into your life.
• Make Jesus the highest priority in your life. When you do this others will see your commitment and be won to Christ.
• Always maintain a Christ-like attitude and lifestyle.
• Work to show other people Christ in your life. Doing this you will be showing less of yourself.
• Exhibit true humility at all times. Do not be full of yourself, your accomplishments or possessions. Remember that Jesus is your all in all, and the source of your being.
• Trust that God's will is the best possible action for your life.
• Maintain an attitude of concern and love for all people at all times. Work to never lose your patience, your temper or your testimony in any of your relationships.
• Do not use people to further your agenda, life or career. God loves others as much as he loves you.
• Share Christ with other people, not what you think about Christ, or what someone else told you about Christ.