Actions

• A car cuts in front of you last minute
• A player taunts you on the field
• A group is gossiping
• A friend is in need

How do my actions when dealing with situations like these affect other people?

Lately, I have been in up-and-down moods. Last week, the sermon was out of James where he talks about how our faith is justified by our actions. It really has me thinking of how others may perceive me, and whether that is how I want to be perceived. What is my reputation? In my past I had a tendency to be a little blunt and short with people. I really didn't think before I spoke or when I offered my mind. I have really changed since then, but on occasion the old Banks shines through. So when I'm in a down mood I tend to kick myself later. So during one of those times, what happens if I run into someone who is seeking or needs consoling? I wouldn't approach me. And I wouldn't approach the same guy honking his horn at me, or yelling at an opposing player. So are we always suppose to have a character and actions that are consistent with our faith? When is God going to use me? One question that I am going to continue to remind myself to reflect. "Do your actions reflect your faith?" I am beginning to see that my actions are relative to whom I am around. I don't think this is always a good thing. During our link group a friend made a good point. Our actions start from within. If our heart is true and our faith, then it will shine through in our actions. We all have things to work on. I am just going to try to be more aware of myself, we never know when others are watching.