Memorize this week:
Group A and Group B
17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
What a fitting verse to end on!
This is our last official week to memorize Colossians 3:1-17 together. And as we close, we hear Paul telling us to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.
Whatever we do, whether . . .
- Memorizing scripture with others
- Cleaning toilets in our home
- Reviewing math with our kids
- Walking the dog
- Eating with friends
. . . whatever we do (also see 1 Corinthians 10:31), and not just in “religious” things, may we do it all for the glory and in the name of our Lord Jesus. He inspires our work; he sustains our bodies; he loves our souls.
“If words, let it be God’s words; if help, let it be God’s hearty help. That way, God’s bright presence will be evident in everything through Jesus, and he’ll get all the credit as the One mighty in everything—encores to the end of time. Oh, yes!”
1 Peter 4:11 (The Message)
Thanks for journeying with us in Colossians these past few weeks. We appreciate your presence and your prayers.
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What did you learn from our time in Colossians 3?
Please share your thoughts here.
One day last week, everytime I would think about the GREATNESS of our GOD and sat in a posture of THANKGIVING, my heart became overwhelmed and I would begin to weep!
The words to one of my favorite songs says…
“TO WORSHIP YOU I LIVE! TO WORSHIP YOU I LIVE! I LIVE TO WORSHIP YOU!”
My dear brother and sister’s in the beloved, I’m sure you can agree with me that OUR FATHER IS BEYOND AMAZING!
What a beautiful testimony, Mrs. Blocker. When we do what we were created to do (to love God), we find such joy. Yes, we agree with you: Our Father is beyond amazing!
This has been a great study for me. I have learned how to stay focused and memorize the Word of God. By following the steps to write it each day, using First Letter, and journaling it has helped me remember it all thus far. It has also shown me that when I focus on God’s Word I can accomplish what I set my mind to. I look forward to another study of His Word. Thank you, for this guidance in studying and memorizing scripture.
God bless and keep you,
Sonia
How encouraging to read your words, Sonia! Thank you so much for sharing that this time in Colossians was meaningful to you. It was to me, too. Yes, in Christ we can do more than we can imagine ourselves doing. I once thought I could never memorize a chapter of the Bible, yet here we are. Chapter after chapter, I’ve learned that God will help me as I place my intention on Him. Blessings to you, too!