Lessons while Fishing 7

Lesson 7: Different Kinds of Lures

Most recreational fishermen, including myself, have a large variety of lures in their tackle boxes. These range from simple spinners to complex lures with sound and lights. In the fishing supply aisle of our local hardware store, I often inspect the latest lures when I am there. Lures have one object—to attract fish. They do this by resembling prey. The lure, through movement, vibration, and color attracts the fish’s attention. If one lure does not work, then I try another and another, until I finally find one that works in the particular place where I am fishing.

As Christians we should be living lives that attract others to Christ. Our lifestyle, our morals, our beliefs, our behaviour and speech should be like a fishing lure—they should attract the attention of unbelievers in a positive way. The early Salvation Army was very good at attracting people to the gospel. They did this first by their uniforms and music, but even more so by their good deeds and caring ministry. People outside the church saw the positive changes in their friends who were converted and this attracted them to learn more about the gospel. Strive to be an “alluring” Christian.

Matthew 5:16(NIV)

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.