Silver and gold. Riches upon riches. No one would turn them down. No, thanks. I like digging for change in my couch cushions. Yeah, right. But do you chase after a good name?
The first thing that must be determined is what constitutes a “good name.” Are you the dependable coworker everyone feels comfortable approaching with questions? Can your friends count on you for counsel without worrying that the neighbors may hear all about their marital problems? Our relationships and reputations rely on our commitment to being present and showing God’s love. Your name should be one that people hear and think, Yes, I can count on her to show kindness and give love freely.
But what if we’re too stuck in worldly things to really see ourselves the way God does? Maybe work is too overwhelming for you to create relationships with those around you. Maybe your friend wasn’t there for you when you needed her most, so why should you show up for her? That’s where the line is drawn between heavenly and earthly priorities. Your name could stand for wealth among your peers. You could put your nose to the grindstone, make all the money and create a name for yourself that way. Or your name could stand for heavenly treasures in the eyes of God. You could commit time and resources to your church, invest in coworkers and others in your community, and create a name synonymous with His love and generosity.
So, you can spend your time polishing that silver until it gleams, or you could put a little elbow grease into relationships to make your reputation (and God’s) gleam.
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