The essence of the text verse is that David conducted himself in a Godly manner. Godly conduct is important. It allows others to see Jesus through our actions.
The authors of the following illustrations are unknown.
When Queen Victoria was a child, she didn’t know she was in line for the throne of England. Her instructors, trying to prepare her for the future, were frustrated because they couldn’t motivate her. She just didn’t take her studies seriously. Finally, her teachers decided to tell her that one day she would become the queen of England. Upon hearing this, Victoria quietly said, “Then I will be good.” The realization that she had inherited this high calling gave her a sense of responsibility that profoundly affected her conduct from then on.
A man in the Army of Alexander the Great who was also named Alexander, was accused of cowardly actions. He was brought before Alexander, who asked what his name was. He replied softly, "Alexander." "I can't hear you," the ruler stated. The man again said, a little louder, "Alexander." The process was repeated one more time, after which Alexander the Great commented, "Either change your name or change your conduct."
If you are acting “bad,” then don’t tell people you are a Christian. Change your name or change your conduct.
Dr. Mike Rouse
What to do:
✞ Behave yourself wisely in all your ways.
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