Got a "rep"?

Today I want to write about reputation. Not just your “rep” but I mean your actual life reputation. I was challenged today while reading Jude verse 1. Did you know that Jude is the half-brother of Jesus? Blood relation. And in Jude verse 1, Jude introduces himself as a bondservant (greek work doulos) on Jesus Christ. Literally a willing servant of Christ. He didn't introduce himself as the brother of Jesus, because Jude doesn't want that to be how people thought of him. Sure, it's a great thing, but Jude would rather be humble and be known as a willing servant of Christ. WHOA, conviction conviction conviction!!!!!

Am I willing to be known as just a servant of Jesus Christ? Or would I rather be known as something “greater”, something “better”. Well, let me tell you something. I think being called a bondservant of Jesus Christ is greater and better than any other title that could be bestowed upon me. The world has a different view, they think that's too lowly, that it's not prestigious enough. But I happen to think it's the best thing to be called, and it would be an honor to be labeled as a servant of Christ. That would mean I'm doing my job right, I'm living my life right!

Just take some time to think about this, and ask yourself what YOUR reputation is. Is your reputation a “good person”, do people see you as someone great? Because remember, “the first shall be last, and the last shall be first” (matthew 20:16). 

 I hope your reputation is that you're a bondservant of Christ, that you are a follower, a Jesus freak. Because that is surely the best rep you could ever have. Become humble, lowly, meek. Take the low seat and serve God with a quiet yet joyful heart.

What do you want to be identified as? I know what I want! I want to be identified as a WILLING SERVANT! Amen?

God bless, and blog soon