Living In Light Of Eternity
"Since then you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory." - Colossians 3:1-4
The resurrection is not just something that happened to Jesus; it is something that has happened to us. We have been raised with Christ, and this reality should fundamentally change how we view everything in life.
Paul uses the phrase "since then" to connect our current reality to Christ's resurrection. Because Jesus rose from the dead, because He conquered sin and death, because He is now seated at the right hand of God in victory, we are to live differently. We are to set our hearts and minds on things above, not on the temporary concerns of this world.
This does not mean we become so heavenly minded that we are no earthly good. Rather, it means we live with an eternal perspective that puts everything else in proper context. When you truly understand that your life is hidden with Christ in God, it changes how you respond to criticism, how you handle financial pressure, how you deal with relationship conflicts, and how you face uncertainty about the future.
The phrase "your life is now hidden with Christ in God" is one of the most beautiful descriptions of our security as believers. Your true identity, your real worth, your eternal destiny is not dependent on your circumstances, your performance, or other people's opinions. It is secured in Christ and hidden safely with God. No one can touch it, steal it, or destroy it.
But Paul does not stop there. He reminds us that this is not just about our present reality but our future hope: "When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory." The same Jesus who rose from the dead is coming back, and when He does, we will share in His glory. This is the ultimate fulfillment of resurrection power—not just life after death, but glorified life in the presence of our Savior forever.
Living in light of eternity means making decisions based on what will matter in one hundred years, not just what feels good today. It means investing in relationships, character, and God's kingdom rather than just accumulating stuff that will not last. It means finding your identity in who God says you are rather than in what the world thinks about you.
As you finish this month and continue forward in your walk with Christ, remember that the resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead is not just a historical fact to believe, it is a present reality to live. You have been raised with Christ. Your life is hidden with Him in God. One day you will appear with Him in glory. Let this truth transform how you live today.
Heavenly Father, thank You for raising me with Christ and securing my life in Him. Help me to set my heart and mind on things above, not getting distracted by the temporary concerns of this world. In Jesus' name, Amen.
The resurrection is not just something that happened to Jesus; it is something that has happened to us. We have been raised with Christ, and this reality should fundamentally change how we view everything in life.
Paul uses the phrase "since then" to connect our current reality to Christ's resurrection. Because Jesus rose from the dead, because He conquered sin and death, because He is now seated at the right hand of God in victory, we are to live differently. We are to set our hearts and minds on things above, not on the temporary concerns of this world.
This does not mean we become so heavenly minded that we are no earthly good. Rather, it means we live with an eternal perspective that puts everything else in proper context. When you truly understand that your life is hidden with Christ in God, it changes how you respond to criticism, how you handle financial pressure, how you deal with relationship conflicts, and how you face uncertainty about the future.
The phrase "your life is now hidden with Christ in God" is one of the most beautiful descriptions of our security as believers. Your true identity, your real worth, your eternal destiny is not dependent on your circumstances, your performance, or other people's opinions. It is secured in Christ and hidden safely with God. No one can touch it, steal it, or destroy it.
But Paul does not stop there. He reminds us that this is not just about our present reality but our future hope: "When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory." The same Jesus who rose from the dead is coming back, and when He does, we will share in His glory. This is the ultimate fulfillment of resurrection power—not just life after death, but glorified life in the presence of our Savior forever.
Living in light of eternity means making decisions based on what will matter in one hundred years, not just what feels good today. It means investing in relationships, character, and God's kingdom rather than just accumulating stuff that will not last. It means finding your identity in who God says you are rather than in what the world thinks about you.
As you finish this month and continue forward in your walk with Christ, remember that the resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead is not just a historical fact to believe, it is a present reality to live. You have been raised with Christ. Your life is hidden with Him in God. One day you will appear with Him in glory. Let this truth transform how you live today.
Heavenly Father, thank You for raising me with Christ and securing my life in Him. Help me to set my heart and mind on things above, not getting distracted by the temporary concerns of this world. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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Amen! Paul also tells us that if we are in Christ, our old self has passed away and we are a new creation. This means we have been transformed. We’re brand new. Our mind, our thoughts and beliefs have changed. We are no longer focused on earthly things, but on heavenly (spiritual) things. God’s word tells us that as a man thinks, so is he. Father, God in the name of Jesus, please help me to consistently walk in this new life, amen! ??
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Amen
Amén ?
nMatthew 10:16-20
? I do that all the time! Thank you Brenda for your uplifting prayer
It was supposed to be prayer hands and Amen, definitely no ?
? I do that all the time! Thank you Brenda for your uplifting prayer
Amen!
My mom went to be with the Lord yesterday, suddenly and very unexpectedly. Reading this today reminds me to be peaceful with her crossing over. Thank you Pastor Ed. Your words, on the word of God have helped me have a better understanding of what God wants for us. Thank you
I’m sorry for your loss April. Thank you for having the courage to share that. Your strength brings hope.
Amen thank you Dr Pastor Newton