Scripture "Since you died with Christ to the elemental spiritual forces of this world, why, as though you still belonged to the world, do you submit to its rules: “Do not handle! Do not taste! Do not touch!”? These rules, which have to do with things that are all destined to perish with use, are based on merely human commands and teachings. Such regulations indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-imposed worship, their false humility and their harsh treatment of

Scripture "For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and in Christ you have been brought to fullness. He is the head over every power and authority. In him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ, having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through your faith in the working of God, who raised him from

Gratitude God is revealing pieces of His character and His heart all around us every day, even in little ways we might not notice. Take some time to think of a few reasons you have to be grateful, or moments when you've seen God moving in your life this week. Scripture "My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are

Scripture “The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in him all things were created... all things have been created through him and for him." Colossians 1:15-16 Observation We often emphasize Jesus as a "Brother" or "Friend" (which is true), but we must not domesticate Him. Paul reveals Jesus as the Cosmic Christ, the one who holds all authority over both the visible and invisible worlds. He is not merely a source of personal comfort; He

Scripture “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you.” Colossians 1:3 Observation Paul begins this passage by showing us an important step in prayer: thanking God for His people. Whether we are praying through frustration, conflict, or simply lifting someone up in prayer, gratitude should come first. When we thank God for people, it helps us see them the way God sees them and changes the way we approach and treat them. Application Before p