Heb 1:3 “Who (Jesus) being the
brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all
things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat
down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;
The word (express image) is the Greek word (χαρακτήρ - charakter)
from which we derive our word “character.” The Greek defines it as a tool used
for engraving, stamping, or impressing and literally means “to cut into.”
CHRIST is the express image (imprint, photocopy) and representation of the
essence and nature of God in flesh (Jn 14:7 “If ye had known me, ye should
have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him.”)
The point being: does our character express the image of Christ? Do others see
our life and testimony as a tool that is engraved with the image of Jesus, does
our character show to be “cut into” with the image of Jesus. Within that
question lies another as important, what type of mark are we leaving with
others? When another reflects on your presence, are they left with a mark that reflects
upon Jesus or self? These are poignant questions
we need to answer if we desire a character that promotes the praise and glory
of Jesus Christ. the true expression of Christian character is not in
good-doing but in Christ-likeness!
If we fail to let Christ define our character others will
define our character for us … HSAY
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