Thursday, April 2, 2026

Scripture

“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.” Colossians 3:2-3

Reflections

Are you so heavenly minded that you are no earthly good?

Some people think that to be a Christian means to stay away from everything that is not of God.  They seek to live a holy life unstained by the world, steering clear of unbelievers.  They try to do everything they can to live the perfect godly life.  But if that’s how one views following Jesus, what good will they be in God’s kingdom?  What difference will they make in this world?

The Apostle Paul exhorts us to set our minds “on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”  When he writes this, he’s not calling us to detach from the world.  He’s calling us to reframe the way we look at everything.  He’s calling us to embrace a perspective that’s even bigger than the here and now.  He’s calling us to unleash the power of the Spirit that not only raised Jesus from the dead but also brings life to people today.

Following in the way of Jesus is more than just a “holy huddle”.  We’re not called to sit on our hands.  There are people who have yet to know the life and hope that comes from knowing Jesus.  He’s been raised from the dead.  Now we get to join him in bringing life from death.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the life and hope that’s bigger than the here and now.  Help me to share that good news with those who have yet to hear it.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Colossians 3:1-4