Is There Sufficient Evidence To Convict You?

From: The Upper Room Devotional

Galatians 5:22-23 "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, humility, and self-control."

Today was my day off, and I spent much of the day doing errands in a nearby town. The drive home was busy, with stop-and-go traffic and construction delays. However, one driver was undeterred by the congestion. He darted in and out of traffic without using turn signals, sped through small towns, and passed other vehicles in no-passing zones.

While I was disturbed by his driving, I was also saddened to see a popular Christian symbol, a fish, prominently displayed on the back of his car. I thought, What does that man's driving say to others about Christians and the impact of our faith on the way we live?

Then I thought the same about myself. I profess to be a Christian, but does my life show it? Can others tell I am a Christian by how I drive, by how I treat others at home and at work, or by how I patiently or impatiently wait in line at the grocery store?

James 2:26 says that faith without deeds is dead. I want my faith in Christ to come alive in my actions so that everyone will see. If you were arrested for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?