Every day we tell people around us a lot about ourselves. We wear caps that feature logos of sports teams or sporting goods companies. We wear t-shirts with catchy slogans. We have jackets, shirts, pants, and shoes with a designer's name or company name on them. Even our vehicles display the make and model on them. Our outward lives have truly become "secular billboards." However, it is rare to be able to determine if a stranger or even a fellow member of your church is a Christian by looking at what they are wearing. As Christians we should not be ashamed to admit whose we are. Wearing items that identify ourselves as Christians will have an immediate effect on everyone we encounter as well as on ourselves. Here are some suggestions:

• Wear a cross visibly on your lapel, on a bracelet, or a necklace — or anywhere.
• Wear a hat or shirt with a Christian logo or slogan such as WWJD (What Would Jesus Do).
• Attach a Christian symbol such as a cross or a fish to the zipper pull on your jacket or purse.
• Wear clothing with subtle crosses in the weave.
• Wear a patch with the name of your church or the logo for your denomination.
• Attach a Christian bumper sticker or symbol to your vehicle.

Whenever we show the world that we are Christians in any way, we make a powerful statement. Many people find that wearing any kind of Christian "advertising" strengthens their faith walk. Even if you are very self conscious and hesitant to do so, please challenge yourself and try wearing a Christian symbol for a while. It is likely that you will be pleasantly surprised, and enjoy the change in your life.

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