Dr Kelly Fleming

“Christ lives in you. This gives you assurance of sharing his glory.” — Colossians 1:27 (NLT)

For much of my life, I have devoted myself to studying Scripture, learning about Christ, and sharing His teachings with others. Yet there is something far more important than simply knowing the Bible. It is living what we believe.

We can spend years studying theology, memorizing Scripture, and attending church every Sunday. But what does all that knowledge mean if Christ is not reflected in the way we live?

I grew up watching my parents and grandma live their faith. They didn’t need to preach sermons or quote Scripture to everyone they encountered. Their kindness, compassion, generosity, and love for others spoke for themselves. I could see Christ in them.

That is what I hope others will see in me.

Over the past little while, I have come to appreciate something that has brought me a tremendous sense of peace. Sometimes we become so busy doing things for God that we forget to be still and simply spend time with Him.

Faith is not measured by how much we know or how many things we accomplish. It is found in our relationship with Christ and how that relationship shapes our everyday lives.

Life brings joy, sorrow, laughter, pain, and challenges. Christ never promised us an easy road. But through it all, there are blessings to be found, opportunities to grow, and countless ways to share His love with others.

I don’t need everyone to know what I have studied or accomplished. If someone encounters me and experiences a little kindness, compassion, patience, or love, perhaps they will catch a glimpse of Christ.

And perhaps I will never even know it.

Christ in me, the hope of glory.

Not simply words to study or recite, but a life to be lived.

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