Marks of a True Christian

Marks of a True Christian

            Noranian means follower of Nora. Christian means follower of Christ. Most people are claiming they are Christian but have you ever tried to ask your self, “Am I a true Christian?” How can you say ‘that man is a Christian?’ What are your references?

            First, a true Christian shows no partiality (James 2:1-13). Most people are showing partiality between rich and poor. Some are showing more care and more attention to those who are wearing gold ring and fine clothing. God says, ‘He chooses those who are poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, which He has promised to those who love Him’. A true Christian shows no partiality and loves others as he loves himself. Second, a true Christian lives like Christ (1 Peter 2:20-25). Christ suffered for us. If you are suffering and experiencing great challenges and troubles in life for being a Christian, then be happy for God will reward you in heaven. Christ carries His cross, then we as Christians must carry our cross too and follow Him. Third, a true Christian lives for Christ (1 Timothy 2:3-6; Matthew 16:24). If we live our lives for Christ, we must acknowledge Him for best or for worst. A true Christian sings and dance for Christ and not for the world. A true Christian offers his life to God. He follows not his own will but follows God's commandments. Fourth, a true Christian lives with Christ (Philippians 4:13). He thinks no negative and all his words are positive. He has a big faith for he believes that he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him.

            Have the marks of a true Christian and you can proudly say, “I am a true Christian”.

by: Lorry Lae B. Mangquit