“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Colossians 3:13
In a world that often associates radicalism with fervent cheers at a football game, the concept takes on a different hue in the realm of faith. Must we paint our faces or shout endlessly for Jesus? Perhaps not. True radicalism, in God’s eyes, transcends external displays. Being radical for Christ involves responding to God’s radical call – forgiving those who’ve wronged us and loving those who harbor hatred. This, in the eyes of the world, is a radical departure from the norm. It’s not about loud cheers or vibrant face paint but about embodying the radical love and forgiveness Christ exemplified. While cheering at a game may be deemed radical in one context, the true essence of radicalism lies in embracing God’s radical teachings. It’s a call to be counter-cultural, responding to offenses with forgiveness and meeting hatred with love. So, in the grand tapestry of faith, being radical for Christ may not mirror the exuberance of a sporting event, but it transforms lives in a way that resonates far beyond the cheers of a crowd.
