BY DEED AND WORD

Psalm 71:14-24

My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long, though I know not its measure (Ps. 71:15)

By Deed and Word
Written by: Duane Brush
(Editor of Word Action)

"Preach the gospel at all times and when necessary use words," has probably been inaccurately attribute to Francis of Assisi. Still, it is a noble sentiment in some ways--"Let your life and actions so clearly proclaim the good news of Christ that become superfluous." From  a practical standpoint, however, words are usually necessary. It is through words that we provide context and meaning to our actions.

Peter and John were entering the temple when they encountered a crippled beggar. Peter extended his hand to the man and he was instantly healed. When Peter noticed the crowd staring at them, he asked "Men of Israel,.... Why do you stare at us as if by our own power or godliness we had made this man walk?" (Acts 3:12b). He proceeded to explain that it was through Jesus, and by his name, that this healing had come.

King David knew that the next generation needed to hear of the mighty acts and the righteousness of  God. We need to proclaim by word and deed all that our gracious God has done for us so that others may come to know and place their faith in him.



And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him (Col. 3;17).

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