Prior to this verse in Colossians, Paul lists traits necessary for believers, we who are dearly loved by our Savior Jesus Christ, to shun. These sins stunt our growth and will ultimately cause death.
Paul goes on to say, because we want our lives to bring Glory to God, we’re motivated by a higher purpose–Heavenly pursuits–rather than those of this world.
Did Paul say to keep your eye on the works and deeds checklist … if you don’t score high enough, it’s curtains for you? Nope. Nor does the Bible say “it’s all about the boxes. Leave no box unchecked.”
There isn’t a list of works. But the privilege of serving the King of Kings and Lord of Lords motivates and fills us with thanksgiving. Because all those ugly traits Paul mentioned were removed and redeemed by the Blood of the Lamb. And everything ahead of us, the all-inclusive “whatever,” is our joyful gift to Him.
Ready to serve the Lord with thanksgiving today? Good, because He rejoices over you (Zeph. 3:17)!
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Thanks for stopping by, Sherry!! Always good to focus on the Lord!! 🙂
Thank you for encouraging us and reminding us of where to keep our focus.
Amen!!! No checklist, just love!!! 🙂
Boy, I’m so very thankful we don’t have a checklist with our Lord and Savior and that we are simply covered in His love.
Thanks for stopping by, Kathy!!! 🙂
You are a blessing, Mary Pat, and am so thankful for your example!! 🙂
Thanks for sharing, Erma. This was very timely for me today.
Thank you so much for reminding us of (Zeph. 3:17)!
Hi Patti, we have soooo much to be thankful for!!! Blessings to you and yours – Happy Thanksgiving!! 🙂
A wonderful reminder of the reasons we have to be thankful! Wishing you and your family a blessed Thanksgiving!
Amen!! Only He is worthy!! 🙂
Glory to God in the highest!