Colossians
We can easily get drawn into lots of spiritual activity for God's kingdom, surrounding ourselves with people, groups, and schedules in the church. But true transformation comes only through time spent with Christ, letting his Spirit abide in us and bring forth fruit.
Colossians
A question from the app Lectio365 lingers: “Do I pray because I’m into prayer, or because I’m into Jesus?” Reflecting on this helps us prioritize our relationship with Christ over mere routines.
Colossians
Easter is a day of celebration and joy, but it is made more meaningful and can be transformational when we remember that Easter is about new life because of the death of Christ on our behalf.
Colossians
It's easy to get swept up in theological discussions or philosophical debates, especially with social media! But truth is found in Christ alone, in whom are hidden all the riches of understanding, knowledge, and wisdom.
Colossians
Have you ever fallen for a spiritual lie? We all have at one point, but here is a way you can remain focused on God's truth.
Colossians
With all our faults and failures, it's hard to imagine that the God of the universe would want to dwell within us. But what a beautiful truth from Colossians: we are reconciled to God through Christ Jesus, given a new identity, and equipped for use in his kingdom!
Colossians
Does life feel like it's outside your control? If so, here are some encouraging thoughts to remember today.
Do you hate the thought of death? If so, here is some encouragement.
Are you struggling to follow Christ because you live in a community that isn't Christian? If so, here are some thoughts of encouragement.
Do you ever feel like God is taking you somewhere out of your comfort zone? If so, what should you do? Here are some suggestions!
Does anyone care about what I do? Does my work really matter to God? Here are a few reasons your work matters more than you think!
Turning Sunday Belief Into Monday Action
Living a life that is pleasing to God can feel overwhelming if we lean on our own strength. But as we spend time with God and the Spirit brings about fruit in our lives, we are enabled to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord.
Sometimes our idea of bearing fruit doesn't align with the fruit God is bringing about in our lives. True fruitfulness will include growth in faith and love, signs of the gospel of Christ taking root in us.
In a world that is void of hope, Paul's words in Colossians 1 are just what you need today.
Despite what we're tempted to believe, death NEVER has the final say.
Why is the Lord's Supper so important? And what meaning does it hold for my life? Here are a few thoughts.
Do you ever feel like you're too broken for God? If so, here are some words of encouragement.
Do you ever feel like life is anything but okay? You're not alone, but here are four choices you can make that will sustain you.
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In difficult trials or in times of abundance, Paul reminds us that true contentment is found not in our circumstances, but in being rooted in Christ.
Giving generously and with a cheerful spirit is much easier when we trust that God loves us and delights to meet our needs as our good Father.
It's easy to think on good things when life is going well and problems seem far away. But Paul's call to guard our thoughts is a critical battle plan, especially on the difficult days. When we take our thoughts captive, we experience the peace of God.
If we have often read God's Word, it can be easy to skim the familiar words. But when we read it thoughtfully and memorize it, applying it intentionally, we begin to see the true transformational power of Scripture.