A Worthy Life

All of us want to know that our lives count. We all want to know that we we have done made a difference. That our times has not been wasted. And, at times, we just need to keep on pushing ahead with determination, It's hard at times when we don't know whether what we are doing matters. That's why I like what Paul has to say in Colossians.

In Colossians 1, Paul encourages us to live a "life worthy of the Lord." He goes on to say that this is done by "bearing fruit," "growing in knowledge," and "being strengthened with all power." The interesting conclusion to this is that the result of us living a life this way is "great endurance and patience." But, the beginning of all this is "spiritual wisdom and understanding." And, Paul says he was praying for "them" to receive this.

Thus, it is fairly straightforward: Pray for spiritual wisdom and understanding so you bear fruit, grow in knowledge and are strengthened with all power resulting in "great" endurance and patience. Ask someone to pray for you. Pray for someone else. And, ask God for wisdom and understanding.