Being a follower of Jesus is about more than becoming a good person.

We tend to think of Christians as nice people with kind hearts and happy dispositions. In general, I hope believers are considered good people, but it is so much more than that. 

A Christian is a person who is committed to learning the truth, knowing the truth, and teaching the truth.

A Christian is someone who loves their friends, neighbors, and enemies. They pray for them and show them Jesus in their actions.

A Christian serves the Lord with their gifts, talents, and abilities in the Church and the world.

A Christian connects to other believers so they can support them and, in turn, receive help in times of trouble.

A Christian gives sacrificially to those in need and to the work of the Lord. They are generous to others and happy to share some of their God-given resources.

A Christian is committed to becoming like Jesus in every area of life, from their tongue to their schedule and thoughts.

A Christian tells others about Jesus, his impact on their lives, and how he could change theirs for the better.

A Christian is a leader who stands for morality for their school, community, state, and country.

When I die, I do not want people to say of me, “He was a good person.”  I want them to say, “He was a Christian.”