Here’s a question that might sound a little odd: Are you a good Jesus?

I’m not asking if you can save anybody. That’s Jesus’ work. I’m asking whether the people who cross your path get to see what He is like.

Do they experience His kindness? His honesty? His patience? Does knowing you help them know Him?

Everyone you know needs you to be a good example of Jesus in their life. And the more you know Him, the harder it should be for someone to know you without getting to know Him too.

Worship That Goes Beyond Sunday

In Nehemiah 12, God’s people gathered to dedicate the rebuilt wall of Jerusalem. There was singing, thanksgiving, and celebration. God had restored so much, and they had every reason to rejoice.

But before the priests and Levites led the people, they purified themselves (Nehemiah 12:30). They readied themselves before the Lord before leading others before Him.

That matters for us, too.

When we gather for worship, we’re also being prepared to lead lives of worship in our families, workplaces, schools, and neighborhoods. Nehemiah 12:43 tells us that Jerusalem’s joy could be heard far away. What happened among God’s people reached people outside the gathering.

What would happen if our worship did the same? What if Sunday’s joy showed up in Monday’s conversations, decisions, and relationships?
We bring Jesus to the people by being like Jesus among the people.

Start With Whose You Are

Maybe you’re thinking, “That sounds good, but I’m barely hanging on. I just came through one hard thing, I’m in another, and I’m pretty sure something else is waiting.”
How are you supposed to show people Jesus when you’re struggling yourself?
In 1 Peter 2:9–10, Peter reminds believers who they are: chosen, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people. They have received His mercy and have been called to proclaim what He has done.

If you belong to Jesus, that is your identity, even on the days you don’t feel it.

Before you ask what you need to do, remember whose you are.

I am His.

We live in the same world and face many of the same struggles as the people around us. But we don’t face them alone. We have His presence, His comfort, and a church family to stand with us.

I need that family. You do, too.

What Jesus Looked Like Through John

When I first got out of prison, a man named John helped me find work as a field mechanic. He believed in me when very few people did.

Then I got to watch his life.

At work, he was honest, patient, and full of integrity. At home, I saw him care for his wife, who had MS, and his adopted daughter, who had significant disabilities and needed help with everyday care.His compassion, sacrifice, and love blew me away. I spent seven years around John, and I kept seeing the same man. Kind. Humble. Strong. A servant.

Being with him was the closest thing I had experienced, as an adult, to walking alongside Jesus. His life made me want to show people Jesus that way, too.

What do people experience when they spend time with us?

I know I could do better. We all could. But will we make it our pursuit?

Five Words to Put Into Practice
Here’s a challenge for this week:

1. Write a list of words that describe Jesus.
2. Choose five that stand out to you.
3. Put them somewhere you’ll see them, commit them to memory, and make them your daily pursuit.

My five are loving, honest, pure, real, and loyal.

But underneath every word is this truth: I am His.

Let those words become a filter for how you live. Then invite someone to ask you about them. Where did you practice patience? What did loyalty look like? When did honesty cost you something?

The goal is to live in a way that helps people see Jesus.
So take this question with you this week:
Are you a good Jesus?