Dispensing the Gospel

Any idea what that is in the picture? It's an electronic automatic soap dispenser. Why is it pictured on my blog? Because it represents an important characteristic of our lives as followers of Christ. How?

Ok, yes I'm speaking a little tongue in cheek here but really there's something to this imagery. Think about it. When people come in contact with us we are commanded (I know that sounds strong...command...but really it's true) to dispense the message of reconciliation that is being offered through faith in Christ with them. We are commanded to dispense a message to them that has the power to change to lives...to clean up their lives, if you will.

What's more...sometimes we find ourselves empty. We find ourselves so depleted of life and energy that we don't feel like we have anything to give. In those times we long to be refilled...replenished with that same life-giving power that we dispense to others.

I know, I know. This is not the stuff of a great theologian. But if it helps me or you remember a little piece of our character the next time we come into contact with someone that needs a little soap then it's done its job!

Hello. My name is Michael Shattuck and I want to be an automatic Gospel dispenser.