July 9, 2009
“Let every detail in your lives — words, actions, whatever — be done in the name of the Master, Jesus, thanking God the Father every step of the way.” Colossians 3:17 The Message
What if …?
… Every detail of your life today was intimately covered .. saturated in .. identified with .. connected to .. and known as being in the name of Jesus.? Would you slow down? Would you take a little extra time with someone along the way? Would you be truly thankful and not take it for granted? Maybe you would actually do less by your standards .. or .. the world’s standards. Maybe you would use less words but communicate with more clarity. Maybe you would find yourself seeing the presence of Jesus throughout all of your day-to-day obligations. Maybe living your life today would not be a choice between doing “my life” and trying to find time for God. What if … you placed every detail of your today-life .. your to do list .. your agenda .. your schedule .. your appointments .. your meetings .. your relationships .. everything connected to you .. and let it all soak in the risen life of Jesus in your life today? What if …? You are free to choose. God isn’t waiting around for you to make a mistake or secretly hoping to catch you doing something in your own strength or resources. What He is offering you is the rhythm of life .. JesusLife .. that you so want today. Because wherever you find Jesus .. you find thankfulness. It only takes a moment .. in the name of Jesus …
” But make sure that you don’t get so absorbed and exhausted in taking care of all your day-to-day obligations that you lose track of the time and doze off, oblivious to God.” Romans 13:11 The Message
Ken Chester: Grace-Gripped is sent M-F to Jesus Followers and friends of Priority One (ken@priorityone.org)
