As Christians, do we truly understand the tremendous responsibility placed on us to live for Christ? Do we genuinely stand out in a crowd—noticeably different, like a light shining in the darkness?
One of the saddest trends in Christendom today is that, rather than setting the pace for the world to follow, many believers are now following the world’s lead.
The values and disciplines that once set Christians apart are slowly being brushed aside. People mock the old traditions, saying, “This is modern times now” or “We need to go with the flow.” But does going with the flow mean embracing everything the world has to offer and discarding the things that are spiritually valuable?
Even in our churches, it has become difficult to distinguish Christians from non-Christians. The dress standards have blurred—short skirts, flashy jewelry from head to toe, bold makeup…you get the picture. Whatever happened to dressing with grace and modesty? What’s so wrong with looking like a lady of virtue?
Let’s talk about the dancing that’s now becoming common in churches. Yes, the Bible tells us that David danced before the Lord with all his might. And yes, Psalm 149:3 encourages us to praise God with dancing. But does that mean every dance style is appropriate in the house of God?
Some of the moves we’re now seeing in church concerts and even Sunday services—let’s be honest—they’re straight from the club scene. “Log on,” “Pon di River, Pon di Bank,” and all manner of chakka chakka dancing have no place in sacred worship. Where do we draw the line?
We say we’re not of the world, yet we’ve embraced its lifestyle without question. Is it that we think Christendom has nothing exciting to offer? Are we so drawn to the past pleasures of the world that we can’t leave them behind?
How can you claim to be a follower of Christ and still feel comfortable partying, drinking alcohol like it’s going out of style, smoking, and flying into fits of anger over the smallest things?
Even more troubling, some Christians gossip without remorse, while others casually use indecent language, as if that’s normal. But this is not the standard of a holy nation.
It’s time we return to the old landmarks. It’s time we embrace the principles that are clearly laid out in God’s Word. It’s time to live like the royalty we truly are in Christ.
If we are set apart from the world, then we must live like we are. Let your light so shine. Let your life reflect the holiness of the God you serve. Because there is nothing sweeter, nothing more fulfilling, than living a life that’s completely in tune with Christ.
