Jekyll and Hyde

I want to hit a hard subject this morning. I wrestle with what you are about to read and I just wanted to throw it out for thought. I personally believe that this is a problem that we as a human race have been faced with for years. I like to call it Jekyll and Hyde disorder, some people simply call it being human.

What I am referring to is the way that we act differently depending on who we are around. Strike a nerve yet? This is hard for me to let you guys in on, because I struggle with this daily, but not as bad as I used to. I admit that I used to be a lot different depending on who I was around. When at church I was one Michael, but as soon as I got home I turned into someone totally different. When at work I don't even think I resembled a Christian most of the times, and then I had that group of friends that knew me best that I don't even like to think about. My point is that we are all actors, that is until we meet the director. When we start listening to the director of our lives (Jesus), we begin to see the faults in our person. We see the need for consistency, and we are reminded once again that we, like Adam and Eve, can't hide from God.

The more of Jesus that we get in us the more we resemble Him. We can never be like Jesus because He was perfect, but when we realize that eternity is on the line and tomorrow is a gift, we see the need to be all we can be in Jesus. We need to let down our guards and take a stand for what is right even in the face of some criticism, or maybe the loss of a friend who may not understand. Who are we catering to? Do you care more about gaining friends or making a difference in the life of someone who needs it? Are you displaying Jesus all the time? Do those who know you best KNOW that you are a christian? Does your spouse really know you, or do they see the greatest change?

There is hope and He is called Jesus!

Have a Blessed Day!!!