Message from Scripture: 6/18/2021

 

Today, our message from Scripture comes from Col. 3:17. “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.”

 

I read a statement earlier this week that said, “Right now counts forever.” He went on to explain, “There is no such thing as a meaningless moment. Since we’re made in God’s image and created for His eternal glory, everything we think, say, and do today matters forever.” The above passage illustrates this truth. The term “whatever” could just as easily be translated all, everything. It encompasses every aspect of life, “in word or deed.” It is to be done by the authority of our Lord (“in the name of the Lord Jesus”), and should offer thanks through Christ to God the Father.

 

The thought is similar to what Paul told the church in Corinth; “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Cor. 10:31). Or think of the words of Peter; “Whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To Him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen” (1 Pet. 4:11).

 

Any way you look at it, every aspect of life is to be offered to God as part of our being living sacrifices for Him (Rom. 12:1), that He will be honored and glorified in every aspect of our lives. If we think only what we do in a church building matters to God, we are mistaken. What kind of husband, wife, parent, or child are you? How do you treat people you are around each day? What do you watch on television, or listen to in music, or read for entertainment? There is no such thing as a meaningless moment. Right now counts forever. Let’s go out and serve our Lord and Master Jesus Christ with purpose, whatever it is we do. It matters forever. God bless.

 

Robert