Our young Pastor mentioned something during a recent sermon which made me (and others) sit up and think. (Now, I know some people will read the previous sentence and say that's what a Pastor is supposed to do, but hear me out.) He mentioned a No Fear t-shirt which has a picture of a spine, on the back of course, with the words "Grow one" written on it.
This made me realise that there are so many people who act "spineless" with regard to beliefs and morals and issues...and I have to include myself in this, unfortunately. All of us have our own beliefs and issues that we are willing to take a stand on. However, how many of us take a stand on an issue and stick to it...no matter what?
There are a number of cases in my own life where I have felt quite strongly about an issue, but when it comes to the "crunch", I find that popular opinion may have influenced my point of view. I've also been influenced by my worry about what other people may think of me and whether they may like me, or not!
I believe that God has given the human race a built-in sense of what is right and wrong. Therefore, I believe that each one who reads this message will have an idea of what I'm getting at when I say that you shouldn't allow other peoples' opinions to move you from what you know is right to do or take a stand on.
"Grow one" and take a stand for that which you know is right...TODAY and EVERY DAY!
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