While a compass can be very helpful in getting us to our destination, just looking at the compass is not going to accomplish the task. It is not enough to simply know which direction to go if we want to get somewhere. We need to actually move in that direction if we have any intention of reaching our destination.
If we are all part of the one body, the body of Christ, we all must function well together. To do that we must be honest with one another. We must speak the truth so that we can function properly as a unified group.
As the writer of Ephesians gives us the compass for heading in the right direction with our faith, we are now told how to go forward in that right direction. What should we NOT do? What should we do? Why should we do this?
We are given the direction in our faith. We know that we should be moving toward holiness and perfection by following the example of Jesus. But knowing what we ought to do does very little for us if we do not act on it.
Our path of faith leads us to be Christ-like in our thoughts and actions. If we will move forward in our faith we must learn to be honest. We must speak the truth to one another, removing or abandoning all falsehoods. We should not try to conceal our struggles and doubts or our own failings.
Instead we should be open and honest with one another. Speaking the truth with our brothers and sisters in the faith will allow us to receive the guidance and encouragement we may need to move forward on our path of faith. Speaking truthfully with one another will help us to live out the various ministries we are called to do.
When we abandon falsehoods and take on the truth we will function much better as a unified body. As each of us belongs to others in Christ we must be honest in our dealings with one another that we might grow spiritually.
DAILY CHALLENGE: How can you be more honest within the body of Christ?
