During the Season of Epiphany we are looking at the ways we steward a whole life. Todd suggests a few very simple spiritual practices to consider incorporating into our every day spheres of life. These practices alert us to ways we might live more deeply into the uniqueness of our personhood, calling and co-operative friendship …
Readings: Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 6:25-34 We know Jesus’ words in Matthew so well, “Don’t be anxious about your life…” And yet, so often, we find ourselves sinking in anxiety or worry. The Lord knows this, and desires to teach us about our worries and anxieties even as His Spirit transforms our hearts to trust more …
Readings: Colossians 2:6-15; Matthew 9:2-8 Paul writes to the church at Colossae, concerned that they may be distracted or pulled away from the central truths of the gospel by the variety of cultural influences in that city. He takes significant pains to remind this dear church of who Jesus is. Then, he encourages them to …
Readings: Colossians 1: 15 – 23; John 5:2-18 We turn our attention to Colossians 1:15-23 which has scholars debating whether or not it’s an ancient church hymn, a piece of poetry, or a spontaneous interjection of praise. Whatever its literary structure is, these verses contain some of the most exalted images and depiction of the …