Talk is Cheap

1 Corinthians 4:20 For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.

Talk is cheap, especially in the service to our Lord.  If someone has to tell you how much he loves the Lord and the great things he has accomplished for Christ, then this may only be the guise of an unfaithful servant.  Sound testimony is important as long as it glorifies Christ rather than self, yet it can never replace faithful service empowered by the Spirit of God.  Words can never be an effective substitute for actions; and even then one’s actions must be examined according to motive and whether they have been endowed by the power of Christ.  

Many like to tell a story, but few are willing to create the story through their hard work. Paul is a great example for us. Others proclaimed to be servants of Christ while Paul displayed his servanthood through faithful service.  Others boasted of positions of authority as Paul exercised his through the anointing of Christ.  Others preached many eloquent words of persuasion while Paul preached a few simple words of power.  Paul wasted few words speaking of himself, but preached and wrote a lifetime of words glorifying his precious Savior and sovereign Lord.  Others talked while Paul served. 

Again, talk is cheap.  It is time to be about our Lord’s business.