“See to it that no one take you captive
through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men,
according to elementary principles of the world, rather than from Christ.”
Colossians 2:8
The verse
seemed to come out nowhere today as I was driving. And heeding this “nowhere” verse, I took time to look it up
and listen to what God would say to me personally about this statement
throughout the day.
We should not
get sidetracked or carried away by the opinions and concerns of men, which are
many and varied- but remain in the mindset of Christ where there is
self-control, peace, love, hope, joy, liberty, sound/solid thinking, patience,
long suffering, gentleness, goodness, praise, and faith.
These should
precede and cancel out anything that detracts from the fresh renewing
Christ-mindset.
Actions and
words speak volumes. They either
speak of death and the flesh or life, truth and the Spirit. They either speak or think of
impossibilities or possibilities.
He also spoke of the “Presence” of God in our life.
We are the
kingdom of God on earth. We are
His ambassadors. We are His children. We are not to allow the opinions of others tell us who
we are -nor are we to allow attractive and persuasive arguments, speeches,
writings, traditions of men persuade us to think and/or act carelessly -only
causing us harm. We are to let heaven fill our thoughts
for our real life is hidden and found in Christ. (Note Colossians 3:2-3)
We are to stand
on Christ, our rock, and our assurance- for when all things fade away… which
they will, He will still be standing, as the rest will be laid to wasted
debris.
Let this really
sink in! We are the kingdom of God for He shines His light on and in His
city. It is the fullness of God
living in us that makes a difference.
Living is our relationship with Christ Jesus. “… For we are joined together in his body by his strong
sinews, and we grow only as we get
our nourishment and strength from God.” (Note: Colossians 2:19)
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