About That Action

Related Scripture:

“In the same way faith, if it does not have works, is dead by itself. But someone will say, “You have faith, and I have works.” Show me your faith without works, and I will show you faith by my works. You believe that God is one. Good! Even the demons believe—and they shudder. Senseless person! Are you willing to learn that faith without works is useless?” - James 2:17-20.

When asked about being shy or disliking the media, Marshawn Lynch is famously known for saying, “I’m just bout’ that action boss.”His response was one of confidence and assurance in who he was and what he was about. Faith is “bout that action”! It is an action word. It is alive. It is visible.

In our officiating journey, in our families, in our careers, and in everything we do, we must have a foundation of faith to succeed. It wouldn’t make sense to plan, prepare, study, practice, travel, and do all the other things we do if we didn’t believe that we could… (fill in the blank). Likewise, it wouldn’t make sense to ‘have faith’ and never plan, prepare, study, practice, travel and do whatever else needs to be done.

Jesus is the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). Faith comes from hearing the Word of God (Romans 10:17). Never forget the source of your faith. Also remember that faith is made alive when we work (physical or mental effort exerted to achieve a purpose, produce something, or complete a task). Let’s be about the action of faith!

Questions to Ponder:

Is your faith active, visible, and making an impact on others?

What can you do to bring your faith alive?

Kristopher D. Loving, Sr. - Fellowship of Christian Athletes - Zionsville, IN