I have this friend named Chris. He has a courage of faith, one that I yearn for. You see, when Chris sits down to eat he says grace, thanking God for providing him with another meal. That in itself isn't that big of a deal. At home when my wife and I sit down at the table, we join hands and say a blessing. But Chris does it everywhere!
We were in Iowa City on a two man get away weekend a few years back. We went to the Memorial Union to grab a quick bite to eat. We sat down in the cafeteria with college students all around. And I prepare to dig into my slice of greasy pizza when I look over and see my friend, hands folded, thanking his Father for his meal. I was in awe! That is courage. I can stand up in front of hundreds and share my faith but I would trade it in a second for that kind of courage. His is a faith of action not words. Its becoming so intimate with the Master that prayer is as automatic as saying hello to a dear friend.
I want more action and fewer words.
Don't fool yourself into thinking that you are a listener when you are anything but, letting the Word go in one ear and out the other. Act on what you hear! Those who hear and don't act are like those who glance in the mirror, walk away, and two minutes later have no idea who they are, what they look like.
But whoever catches a glimpse of the revealed counsel of God--the free life!-even out of the corner of his eye, and sticks with it, is no distracted scatterbrain but a man or woman of action. That person will find delight and affirmation in the action.
-James 1:22-25
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