Colossians 3:17
Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus
Christians In Action

Our CIA theme this year centers on Paul’s words to the Colossians. Those who, through the power of the Holy Spirit, believe that they have been redeemed by the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ are called Christians. How do we know who is a Christian and who isn’t? We don’t! Faith is a personal inner life-giving connection with the Savior. However, faith should also manifest itself in good deeds. The Apostle James even goes so far as to say, “So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

This year at Good Shepherd we want to emphasize that as faith-filled Christians, we are called to Action. Paul says that whatever we do should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus. First of all Paul mentions our words. Words of respect, kindness, and forgiveness should be heard in the halls and on the playground at Good Shepherd. Secondly, Paul talks about deeds. Our actions of gentleness, benevolence, and love should reach out to others in our school, congregations, and community. Paul concludes by emphasizing that we should, “. . . do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.” Even our thoughts and our daily routines, whether at school, home, or work, are to be done to the glory of God.