Colossians 2:1-5
Today's Scripture

Paul gave much of himself to the churches where he ministered--even if by letter alone after his first initial contact. He cared about even those he had not met, wanted them to be encouraged and united in love--so have understanding of the mystery of God, which is that Christ came for salvation. Paul wanted the treasures of the Lord to be revealed to the people--and to know the truth of God's work so they would not be deceived by false teachers.

Even though Paul was far away as he wrote this letter, his heart was with the Colossians and he was eager to see how firm their faith in Christ was.

In the world in which we live--there are many who need the love of Christ. Aids victims in Africa, beggars in the city, there are even church attenders who never hear of the true love of Christ from their pulpits. We can show we care and let others know of the mystery of Christ. As they see our love in action, meeting their needs, they see Christ in us and are drawn to him by his work through us.
- posted by Suzi @ 7:28 PM