Choose to Do What Is Right
This Sunday, Ellen Chapman encouraged us to consider a simple but deeply challenging question: Will we choose to do what is right?
Throughout Scripture, we see that following Jesus is not simply about what we believe—it is about how we live. Every day, God gives us opportunities to choose His way, to reflect His character, and to make decisions that honour Him.
Our key verse was Proverbs 21:3:
“To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.”
God is not looking for empty religious activity. He desires lives marked by integrity, justice, compassion, and obedience. Our worship is demonstrated not only in what we sing on a Sunday but in the choices we make throughout the week.
Isaiah 1:17 reminds us to “learn to do good, seek justice, help the oppressed, defend the cause of orphans and fight for the rights of widows.” God's heart has always been for people, especially those who are vulnerable. As followers of Jesus, we are called to reflect that same heart in the way we live and serve others.
The Bible also challenges us in James 4:17:
“If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.”
Knowing what is right is only the beginning. God calls us to act upon what He places on our hearts. Faith is lived out through obedience.
Living this way is not always easy, which is why Galatians 6:9 encourages us:
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
God sees every act of faithfulness, even those that go unnoticed by others. As we faithfully sow seeds of kindness, generosity, justice, and love, God promises a harvest in His perfect timing.
Ephesians 5:1 gives us a wonderful picture of our calling:
“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.”
If God loves, we love. If God cares, we care. If God forgives, we forgive. We are called to reflect His character in every area of our lives.
Colossians 3:17 takes this even further:
“Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.”
Following Jesus is not limited to church gatherings or special occasions. Every conversation, every decision, every act of service and every opportunity to show kindness becomes an opportunity to honour Christ.
Ellen reminded us of Peter's transformation. Once fearful and uncertain, Peter became a bold witness after encountering Jesus and being filled with the Holy Spirit. His sermon in Acts 2 led thousands to faith, and in Acts 3 we see God working powerfully through him as the lame man is healed. Peter's life demonstrates that the Holy Spirit empowers us not simply for our own benefit, but so that we can be faithful witnesses who point others to Jesus.
Romans 12:1–2 calls us to offer our whole lives to God as living sacrifices, allowing Him to transform us by renewing our minds. As we keep our focus on Jesus and remain in His presence, He shapes our hearts, changes the way we think, and teaches us to live according to His good and perfect will.
Ultimately, every day presents us with a choice. Will we follow our own way, or will we choose God's way?
God has already given us everything we need to live a godly life (2 Peter 1:3). As we listen for His voice, respond in obedience, and imitate His character, our lives become a powerful witness of His goodness.
May we be people who choose to do what is right, stand for truth, love others well, and allow God to work through us so that His Kingdom is revealed wherever we go.