I'd rather SEE a sermon

I'd rather see a sermon

than hear one any day;

I'd rather one should walk with me

than merely tell the way.

The eye's a better pupil

and more willing than the ear,

Fine counsel is confusing,

but example's always clear;

And the best of all preachers

are the men who live their creeds,

For to see good put in action

is what everybody needs.

I soon can learn to do it

if you'll let me see it done;

I can watch your hands in action,

but your tongue too fast may run.

And the lecture you deliver

may be very wise and true,

But I'd rather get my lessons

by observing what you do;

For I might misunderstand you

and the high advice you give,

But there's no misunderstanding

how you act and how you live.

-Edgar Albert Guest

Yesterday was Father's day, and part of this poem was recited during the message. Even tho I'm not a Father (or parent), I was challenged by these words.  I am being watched. I am being followed. The things I do, my attitude, and how I respond, speak louder then the words I try to say or the lessons I try to drill. Oh that people would see Jesus in me.