Show Me the Truth — Don’t Just Speak It

Don’t you just love those “aha” moments? That’s what I experienced when I read this scripture:

“Are you the one who is to come, or should we look for another?” At that time Jesus cured many of their diseases, sufferings, and evil spirits; He also granted sight to many who were blind. And Jesus said to them in reply, “Go and tell John what you have seen and heard.” — Luke 7:20–22

There it is. It doesn’t really matter what we say if our actions don’t back it up. Whoa! That’ll make you sit a little taller when you think about the old phrase, “Actions speak louder than words.” Jesus didn’t just say, “Yes, I’m the One.” He proved it with His life.

My husband Carl would tell you I’m never at a loss for words. I come from a long line of talkers. In fact, I gave birth to talkers!

My Ryan and my Staci can hold their own in the communication department. If there’s an Olympic medal for speaking — my two could bring home the gold.

But here’s the kicker: Jesus didn’t win people over by eloquent speeches. His critics tried to trip Him up in word games, but His actions told the whole story. The blind saw, the lame walked, the dead lived. That was proof enough.

When John the Baptist’s followers came with their question, Jesus didn’t hand them a brochure or a clever slogan. He said, “Go tell John what you’ve seen and heard.” In other words — the evidence is right in front of you.

The truth of Jesus’ identity wasn’t revealed by what He claimed. It was revealed by how He lived, how He loved, and how He gave His life. His resurrection sealed the deal.

So…what about us? Are we just talkers or are we doers? Words matter, yes — but actions carry the weight. May our lives show the truth of what we believe: burden bearers, caregivers, encouragers, hope-givers. Because at the end of the day, actions speak much louder than words!

Let’s live out what we believe today!

#FaithInAction #JesusShowedUs