Ambassadors for Christ

2 Corinthians 5:20~Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

This list was written by Greg Kokal. It is a list of qualifications he established for himself to become a good ambassador for Christ. I like the list, and suggest reading it from time to time. May you have a blessed Lord's Day, as you sit under the hearing of God's word. 

• Ready. An Ambassador is alert for chances to represent Christ and will not back away from a challenge or an opportunity.
• Patient. An Ambassador won’t quarrel, but will listen in order to understand, then with gentleness seek to respectfully correct those in opposition.
• Reasonable. An Ambassador has informed convictions (not just feelings), gives reasons, asks questions, aggressively seeks answers, and will not be stumped by the same challenge twice.
• Tactical. An Ambassador adapts to each unique person and situation, maneuvering with wisdom to challenge bad thinking, presenting the truth in an understandable and compelling way.
• Clear. An Ambassador is careful with language, and will not rely on Christian lingo nor gain unfair advantage with empty rhetoric.
• Fair. An Ambassador is sympathetic and understanding towards the opposition, and will acknowledge the merits of contrary views.
• Honest. An Ambassador is careful with the facts and will not misrepresent his opponent, overstate his own case, or understate the demands of the Gospel.
• Humble. An Ambassador is provisional in his claims, knowing that his understanding of truth is fallible, and will not press a point beyond what his evidence allows.
• Attractive. An Ambassador will act with grace, kindness, and good man- ners and will not dishonor Christ in his conduct.
• Dependent. An Ambassador knows that effectiveness requires joining his best efforts with God’s power.