Misrepresenting Christ

I saw the following posted on Twitter (X) by SocialConserv. @bookkeepPLUS

I'm increasingly disheartened by the sheer volume of vile, disgusting posts I come across, only to check the bios and see phrases like "Christ is King," "Christian," "Reformed," and similar proclamations of faith. It's deeply troubling to witness such blatant carnality disguised under the banner of Christianity. These individuals claim to follow Christ, yet their actions and words betray a heart steeped in anger and hatred, done so under the guise of fighting for God. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds, putting away the works of the flesh—anger, malice, slander—and embracing the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, and peace. When you declare "Christ is King" but your actions and speech reflect anything but His love and humility, you misrepresent not only yourself but also the God you claim to serve. This behavior distorts the Gospel. The world is watching, and when those who claim to be followers of Christ act with such carnality, it feeds into the narrative that Christianity is hypocritical and irrelevant. We are called to be the light. Unfortunately, politicians like Donald Trump and other prominent figures in politics who claim to be Christians have given many Christians a perceived permission to act on their worst impulses, believing it's justified. It’s time for a serious heart check. If one truly believes that Christ is King, then one's life should reflect His teachings, not the basest instincts of the flesh. We represent a God of love, mercy, and grace. It’s not just about what you proclaim in your bio; it’s about how you live your life every single day. If your actions and/or speech don't align with the faith you profess, it's time to rethink how you’re representing Christ to the world.

Like one of my pastors once said to the congregation, "If you're cutting people off in traffic, or yelling at people and making hand gestures when you get cut off, please don't put our church's bumper sticker on your car."