What You Do Speaks Loudly: A Christian Example to Others

“What you do speaks so loudly, I can’t hear a word you’re saying.” – Zig Ziglar

Have you ever paused to think about how your daily actions shape the lives of those around you — especially children? Whether you’re a parent, a mentor, or just living your everyday life, people are watching. And more often than not, your behavior has a louder voice than your words.

This quote from Zig Ziglar hits home: we can say all the right things, but if our lifestyle tells a different story, that’s what people remember. That’s why it’s important for Christians to reflect Christ not just in speech, but in action.

Our Children Are Watching

Think of the last time you were frustrated, or maybe you said something you didn’t mean. If little ears were nearby, it’s likely they picked up more than you realized. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 22:6 (NASB): “Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he grows older he will not abandon it.”

Living out our faith daily — even when it’s hard — teaches children far more than lectures ever could. They learn how to love, forgive, and persevere by seeing those values in us.

Setting the Example in a Broken World

We can’t be perfect, and thankfully, God never expected us to be. But we can strive to live authentically and with humility. When we fall short, we show others how to repent and grow. As Matthew 5:16 (NASB) encourages: “Your light must shine before people in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”

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It’s Not About Perfection — It’s About Direction

Being a Christian example to others means pointing people toward Christ — not ourselves. Whether you’re raising children, leading a Bible study, or simply working a 9-to-5 job, your integrity and kindness matter.

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Follow Biblical Leadership

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Final Thoughts

If you want to influence others for Christ, remember: it’s the quiet choices, the small acts of grace, and the consistent walk of faith that speak the loudest.

As 1 Peter 2:12 (NASB) says, “Keep your behavior excellent among the Gentiles, so that… they may because of your good deeds, as they observe them, glorify God on the day of visitation.”

Let’s aim to live in a way that honors God — not just on Sundays, but in the everyday moments that matter most.

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