i think there are 3 kinds of christians in this world. and by christians i don't mean people who believe in God or people who go to church. i mean people who have been saved by Jesus Christ.
the first kind are like plastic ware. this is the kind of Christian that is very social in nature. they come out for swim parties, fellowships, baby showers, and most sunday mornings. they let themselves be used by God, but limit His access to their life to the areas that are seen by others. these kinds of Christians are great for a party, but break under pressure.
the second kind are like fine china. they are willing to serve, but not too often. they don't like getting dirty, they just like getting looked at. they will serve for a special event, but also feel the need to be praised. they keep themselves away from the sin of the world, but don't do much good in the meantime.
then there's the third kind. this is the kind i want to be. this kind is like everyday silverware. it gets used everyday, and doesn't mind getting dirty, because it knows it will be run through the water and fire and cleaned again. there's nothing special about it's looks, but it's durability is priceless. it is not afraid to be used for any task. it is always available because it knows the purpose for which it is made - to SERVE. it may bend, but rarely will it be broken.
now i won't take this analogy too far because then we would be talking about the ramifications of what happens when you turn on the sink disposal without knowing silverware is still in there. and let us be careful not to judge others and start categorizing those around us. but i hope this thought will encourage you as it has me to be more like silverware. i want to be used by God. and i don't want to be picky about how i'm used. i don't want to be afraid to get a little dirty in the process. and i don't want to just stay in the drawer.
