Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. – Colossians 3:1-2
The post “Grace Flows Endlessly from Above” emphasizes the need to set your mind on things above, where Christ is seated in glory, and praise to the One True God who loves you beyond measure. His love is not distant or abstract — it is personal, proven through the sacrifice of His Son on the Cross. In that sacred act, heaven’s mercy was poured out, and now, because of Jesus, a stream of forever grace flows freely into the soul. This grace is not earned but received; not temporary, but eternal. It renews, restores, and invites us into daily worship, where our lives become a reflection of the love that first found us.
So, lighten the load with prayer—casting every care into the hands of the One who carries you. Let grace, poured out through Jesus, fill the empty spaces and renew your strength. As the Holy Spirit gently influences your thoughts and steps, be lifted by the words of The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours) by Matt Maher, a song that echoes heaven’s rhythm: “Father, let Your Kingdom come… right here in my heart”1. In this sacred space of worship and surrender, you’ll find the strength, guidance, and power needed to walk boldly into the day, knowing you are never alone.
Like a brook that flows with living water, Colossians 2:20 through 3:4 invites us into the mystery with grace that doesn’t trickle but pours endlessly from above. In these verses, Paul reminds us that we have died with Christ to the elemental forces of this world and have been raised with Him into a new reality, hidden in God (v. 3:3). This passage is a call to let go of hollow rules and worldly striving, and instead to be filled with the Spirit’s influence — a forever grace that saturates the heart and soul. As we set our minds on things above, we are drawn into the current of heaven’s flow, where our true life is found in Christ, and where glory awaits at His appearing.
While rules and regulations may appear to offer structure, Paul warns that they are merely human commands—external forms that lack the power to transform the heart. These teachings, though often cloaked in wisdom and discipline, cannot reach the root of our inner struggles. They may restrain behavior for a time, but they do not renew the mind or cleanse the soul. True change comes not through rigid observance but through surrender to the Spirit, who reshapes our desires and lifts our gaze to the things above. In Christ, we are invited into a living relationship, not a checklist—one that flows with grace, not obligation, and leads us into the freedom of a heart aligned with heaven.
The new Way is not built on striving, but on surrender—accepting Christ as Savior and allowing His life to become our own. When we set our hearts and minds on things above, we are no longer bound by the fleeting concerns of this world. Instead, we are drawn into a higher reality, where grace flows freely and continually, like a river from heaven into the depths of our being. This grace does not merely cover us—it transforms us. It renews our thoughts, reshapes our desires, and awakens us to the presence of Christ within. In Him, we find our true identity, hidden yet secure, waiting to be revealed in glory.
As we walk in the new Way, the indwelling Spirit becomes our guide, gently revealing the steps we are to take. No longer driven by fear or performance, we move forward with confidence, trusting that each act of faith—no matter how small—is part of a divine choreography meant to glorify God. The Spirit teaches us how to live out grace in practical ways: through kindness, forgiveness, humility, and love. These are not just moral choices, but sacred responses to the life of Christ within us. In this journey, our faith becomes active, not abstract—bearing fruit that reflects heaven’s character and drawing others toward the light of God’s glory.
🙏Gracious Father, You know each of us by name—our stories, our struggles, our strengths. Nothing is hidden from You, and yet You love us fully. Thank You for the gift of Jesus, through whom we’ve been raised into new life. Because of Him, Your Spirit now dwells within us, guiding our steps and shaping our thoughts. Help us today to listen closely, to organize and prioritize according to Your wisdom, not our own. May we walk in faith, not fear, and carry out the plans You’ve placed before us with courage and clarity. Let everything we do today reflect Your glory and bring light to those around us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
As many becoming one body, we run the race toward victory, each of us passing the baton of truth to the next. From the study of Colossians 2:16-19, here is a song to inspire us towards the finish line.
Because of Christ—who fulfilled every requirement on our behalf—we are no longer bound by human rules, and we stand in a victory that is already secure. Set in the powerful truths of Colossians 2:16-19, the below statements of faith are more than words—they strengthen our resolve. Whether spoken aloud or written in a journal, they carry the potential to unify and empower us towards His purpose.
✨ Statements of Faith from Colossians 2:16–19
Identity & Source
I am connected to Christ, the Head from whom my life and growth flow.
I grow because Christ supplies everything I need.
My identity and unity are found in Christ alone.
Community & Love
I am knitted into the body of Christ by a love that liberates and unites.
I am part of a family strengthened by Divine love.
I contribute something meaningful to the body, and I am strengthened by others.
Purpose & Legacy
I carry the baton of truth and grace with confidence and humility.
My faith is part of a generational story God continues to write.
I walk toward spiritual victory, empowered by Christ’s finished work.
Acceptance & Freedom
I am accepted because of Christ, not because of rituals or rules.
Christ has fulfilled every requirement on my behalf.
I live in the freedom He secured for me.
Strength & Unity in the Trinity
I am held together by the One who gave everything for me.
I stand strong because the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit strengthen me like three woven strands.
I am never alone; Divine strength surrounds and sustains me.
Victory & Eternity
In Christ, my victory is secure—now and forever.
I walk in unity, purpose, and spiritual strength every day.
I am part of a body that Christ Himself holds together, and nothing can separate me from Him.
Our thoughts push us forward in a certain direction. Below is a thought from Colossians 2:16-19.
Christ stands as the true head of the church, guiding and sustaining His body, while each member contributes through words and actions that are lovingly knit together. In this unity of purpose and affection, the whole body is nourished and strengthened, continually growing toward the victory He has secured. As one generation faithfully hands its wisdom, witness, and worship to the next, the church moves forward in an unbroken line of grace, rooted in Christ and built up in love.
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