Monday, May 16th - Colossians 3:15-17

Good Evening GEMS!

What a beautiful day we had!  The sunshine was great and the temperatures were a little cool, but nice!  I enjoyed the day and hope you did too!

Our passage today happens to be one of my all time favorites!  I have used this passage as the basis for several "sermons" and studies.There is so much packed into these three verses.

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." Col. 3:15-17

One of the first words we read is "Let" and it is used twice in this passage. Let or allow the peace of Christ rule and Let or allow the word of Christ dwell.  Did you notice that both of these refer to inhabit or rule?  With Christ living in us through the holy Spirit, we can accomplish anything and always want to give Him the glory and praise due Him.
Members of one body - that means we need to function as one - which requires listening to each other and a lot of give and take.  Lean on Him and allow Him to work in you!  Worship together and teach each other!  Worship through songs and hymns, but also don't forget the teaching and doing everything with thanksgiving!
Whether in word or deed - do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus!  This takes me back to the fact that God is concerned and cares about every facet of our lives - big and/or small!  He Cares! 
Be thankful - with gratitude - giving thanks!  Do you see a pattern?  We allow Him to have control and we will be thanking Him for His goodness, His love, and His sacrifice - our promise of eternal life!

I hope you have a great day tomorrow and remember that I am praying for you and the prayer Team and the Leadership Team are all praying!  Keep your focus - on Jesus!  He loves you and He cares!

Love y'all!
Cheri Lynn