So if you have been raised with the Messiah, seek what is above,
where the Messiah is, seated at the right hand of God.
Set your minds on what is above, not on what is on the earth.
For you have died, and your life is hidden with the Messiah in God.
Colossians 3:1-3 HCSB
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As the world goes, we should be different. We may look the same on the outside, our hair, our makeup, our clothes. But from our heart we should have such a different light that shines forth from us. Our inner light, our inner contentment should be so shining that others are intrigued. The way we react and love each other should be with a different slant, a better example of what God has for us.
We all know this is not easy. We look at what others have and say: “Why can’t I have that?” “Why do they get to go on those great trips all the time?” “I want a car like that!” God knows what we desire. He hears, He sees, and He wants to bless us. But where the correct thinking should be is where are we storing up our treasures? These things we desire will corrode, tarnish, wear out, or we will forget them.
If we have been given the gift of teaching, we should use this to further His love by showing kindness, encouraging kindness in our students. If our gifting is in the corporate world, we are to be sure to practice what Jesus demonstrated in the Temple and to always honor God in all of our business dealings. We are to be fair and honest, not seeking to get the best deal for ourselves, but the best for our customer.
This week, ask God to show you how you can honor Him. Listen and watch for those moments where you and God will be lifted up and you will be amazed at the blessings you may have been missing. Today, find your quiet time and reflect on the words in the verses above. Ask God where you can make changes in your thoughts and actions to glorify Him.
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Father, today I thank You for Your Word that would remind us of right thinking and actions. Today, I repent of the wrong thoughts I have had. Forgive me for coveting what others have. Forgive me for focusing on things here on earth that are of the world. Begin in me a new heart, one that seeks after You and Your ways. The one that will bring much fruit into Your Kingdom. Thank You for the many chances we have to serve You. In Jesus’ name, I pray and ask these things, amen!!!
