Suppose you are invited to meet the highest dignitary of the land. You prepare yourself with nice clothes and have done your research. When you meet the dignitary, he has a special and crucial mission for you. You will be representing the dignitary at an incredibly important event. How will you conduct yourself at this event? Your primary goal should be to represent the dignitary in a way that honors the responsibilities of their role. You should endeavor to speak and act in ways that truthfully represent their authorities and intentions.
Ephesians 4:1-3 says, “I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” Our calling comes from the highest authority in heaven and on earth. It comes from God Almighty. Because this calling is of great value, we must conduct ourselves in a way that is worthy of the calling and the One who called us. We do that, not through pride or promoting ourselves in the eyes of others, but rather, we walk in a worthy manner through humility, gentleness, patience and bearing with one another. These attributes truly represent God’s nature and will.
Reluctant Retiree 