Meditations on Colossians 3:2, ^“Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.”

Most of us will have a lot on our minds today. Moms at home with the children giving them the spiritual, mental and physical nourishment they need. Some will be at work involved in an assignment that may have far reaching implication for their livelihood. Some may be students who are working hard to get the grade needed for advancement to more education and a future in the work force.

With all this going on around us we must still set our priorities. What do we think about above all else? As you get ready to go out into the pressures of living on this earth today stop for a few minutes and shut everything and everyone out. Now take in a deep breath, hold it, and slowly blow it out. Put your mind on God, Christ and their dwelling place. Right now leave no room for the things that will need done here on earth today. It is just you thinking about the spiritual, not bills to pay, no boss to please, no crying babies to kiss and comfort. Just set your mind on things above, remember what your priorities start with – things above.

That peace, joy and security you have right now, carry it with you all day long. May you have a wonderful day even if it is maddening by earthly standards. – Joe