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False advertising is the worst: a click that leads to a blank page, a product that doesn\u2019t perform as promised, or a heap of hype for something new that actually isn\u2019t. But when something is the real thing, it needs no ad campaign. If a product proves itself to be amazing, no one needs to promote itword spreads and soon everyone wants one! The same is true about faith in Jesus. If you\u2019ve experienced His love for you, received His saving grace that covers your sin, and are learning to trust and obey Him, you are living proof that He\u2019s the real thing! Every time I\u2019m made aware of my faults or flaws, the Holy Spirit reminds me of the Father\u2019s compassion toward me. The more compassion I absorb from Him, the more I carry with me to hand out to others when I\u2019m tempted to criticize them. Every time I feel regret for my sin, the Holy Spirit reminds me that He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west (Psalm 103:12). Experiencing this grace inspires me to offer it to anyone, even to people I might be tempted to hold a grudge against because of their sins against me. Every time I look at the chaos of this world and want to cower in fear or lash out in anger, the Holy Spirit reminds me of the words Jesus said: My Father is always working, and so am I (John 5:17). My choice of peace over panic speaks volumes about the trustworthiness of the God I say I believe in. This peace doesn\u2019t come from me; it\u2019s God\u2019s gift, and He offers it to anyone who puts their trust in Jesus. Jesus doesn\u2019t need flashy graphics or clever commercials to make Him look appealing, His salty and shining followers are enough. He really is love, He offers real grace, and He truly can be trusted! Mandy Desilets Have you ever experienced God\u2019s compassion toward you? What was it like? Have you experienced God\u2019s grace covering your sin? (If you\u2019re not sure, check out our \u201cKnow Jesus\u201d page.) Who in your life could you show this same compassion and grace to? Have you experienced peace from God? Do you need peace now? (It\u2019s okay to ask Him.) How could you share God\u2019s peace with the people around you? In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. Matthew 5:16 (NLT)\n\xa0\nRead Verses:\nPsalm 103:1-14; Matthew 5:13-16; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7; 5:16-21