For the past five Wednesday evenings a small group from the congregation have been studying, via Zoom, Paul’s letter to the Colossians. This week we studied the first part of chapter three, which begins with these words:
So, if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory. (Colossians 3: 1–4)
Paul urges us to set our hearts on things above, where Christ is at the right hand of God. He reminds us that our lives are hidden with Christ in God. As a congregation, let us be encouraged to lift our eyes beyond the distractions and challenges of the world, and focus on the eternal hope we have in Jesus. In a world filled with uncertainty, our identity and security are not found in earthly things but in Christ, who is our life. Let this truth fill us with peace and confidence, knowing that our future is secure in Him.
As we journey together, let us strive to put on the new self, reflecting Christ’s character of compassion, kindness, humility, and patience, not only within our church family but also in our communities. Let us encourage one another to seek the things above, where Christ is. May our thoughts and actions be aligned with the heavenly perspective, knowing that when Christ, who is our life, appears, we also will appear with Him in glory. This is our glorious hope and the foundation of our faith.
Grace and peace to you all.
Chris