campaigning...

So, I have been on the campaign staff of, the one and only, Abby Daniel. This means that I have given her all of my time over the past two weeks, neglected sleep, and sported "Abby" attire everyday. This has been a delight to me to be able to serve her, although it required daily showering. :/. One of the fellow staff members told us to make sure we looked decent and had showered when we were sporting Abby's name. We were representing her to all of those we came in contact with.

These words made me change my behaviors. I showered daily [Yep, that's uncommon :)]. I blow dryed my hair. I was the nicest person you have ever come in contact with. I was constantly smiling, holding doors, offering people candy, etc. I wore a shirt with Abby's name on it everyday, and was known by all of the people in my classes by these articles of clothing. Many people who I came into contact with asked me if I was Abby. I knew her platform in case anyone had any questions. I was poised to answer questions about her history and what made her the best candidate. People noticed my commitment to Abby, even people who didn't know me.

About halfway through the week, a thought struck me. If I am willing to do this for Abby and spread the word, why am I not doing this for Jesus? Now, I think most Christian shirts are cheezy (Sorry if i offended you.), but seriously. Can I easily state how Jesus stands on the issues facing us currently, or tell you His history? Can I convince you to give him a chance? Will I put myself out there for ridicule? Do all I come in contact with know that I love Jesus? Oh mama, this was convicting. I have taken a stronger stand for Abby Daniel over the past couple of days than I have for Jesus my whole life. Now, I realize there aren't "Vote for Jesus" stickers, but there is a way to let people know that it encompasses your being. I can bring up conversations about Jesus, just like I did about the campaign. It didn't matter what people thought, I just wanted to make sure they had heard.

I hope this makes sense to you. It was awfully convicting to me this week. I hope it will make you think twice and to consider what people know and notice most about you. I am striving to make it that I am in love with Jesus and want nothing more than Him.