Today from When You Pray, was the scripture from Colossians 1:21-23. I used the Message to comment on.
The Message
21-23You yourselves are a case study of what he does. At one time you all had your backs turned to God, thinking rebellious thoughts of him, giving him trouble every chance you got. But now, by giving himself completely at the Cross, actually dying for you, Christ brought you over to God's side and put your lives together, whole and holy in his presence. You don't walk away from a gift like that! You stay grounded and steady in that bond of trust, constantly tuned in to the Message, careful not to be distracted or diverted. There is no other Message—just this one. Every creature under heaven gets this same Message. I, Paul, am a messenger of this Message.
As we prepare to celebrate 125 years in Johnstown and alumni weekend in Ainsworth, it is important to remember that we need to stay grounded in the gospel. We don’t just decided to live one life during the week and then live another on Sunday. Christ did put our lives together in reconciliation to the Father. We are reminded not to walk away from this gift of grace that has been given to us.
That does not mean we cannot have fun and enjoy life. It does mean that we need to live a life that is consistent with Jesus’ message. So enjoy the celebrations but take time to bless God.
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