PUT ON THE COSTUME

Have you ever seen someone who is waiting for a job interview? Or maybe you can remember a time when you sat waiting to impress a potential employer. When you get ready for an interview, you want to dress to impress. Nice pants & shoes. A pressed button down shirt. A colorful tie. You look good. You look your best.

As you sit waiting to be called back, you notice that EVERYONE in the office is dressed much more casually. Its obvious to all who pass that you're the guy that hopes to work with them. You start to feel like you are sticking out like a sore thumb. You might as well be dressed in a clown costume with oversized shoes. You may start to feel kinda dumb.

The truth is, you shouldn't because you are giving it all you've got. It's not a sign of desperation, but a sign of commitment. When you are dressed better than everyone else, you're communicating the message of your willingness to do what it takes to accomplish your goals.

As Christians, we are often embarrassed to let others see us in our "faith costumes." We might shy away from praying in public. We might resist an opportunity to share about our church with a coworker. We don't want to be pegged as fanatical.

But the truth is, would shouldn't feel this way. We need to show everyone where our passion lies. We must tell others about the lengths we'll go to in order to share our faith and build God's Kingdom. So don't be shy...PUT ON THE COSTUME!