Bible Verse of the Day Thursday March 14th, 2024

Colossians 1:16-17 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

A common refrain from high school students is, “Why do I need to know algebra?! I’ll never use this in real life.” I would guess that most (if not all) parents and teachers have answered this question. The answer is that school is not just about math, science, or English. It is about teaching us how to learn, solve problems, and think.

 We spend a massive amount of time waiting for big, romantic moments. We’re looking for that one panacea that will solve our worries. And we sulk through our days in the interim, thinking, if not declaring, “What is the point of all of this?” Everything in life matters. Whatever circumstance or setting we find ourselves in, we have ample opportunity to choose, and our choices slowly mold our character.

 Mundane life is not inherently mundane. We make the ordinary dull because of our viewpoint. We persuaded ourselves that it was not exciting because something had occurred multiple times before. Because we don’t completely understand, it is useless. We can benefit from all our experiences, whether we see them as positive. The only thing that would counteract this value is if we are unwilling to see the positive aspect of the search. Our decisions, even when threading through a valley before reaching the mountaintop, will help shape our lives. 

God spoke into existence everything that exists. He created the constellations of stars. Why should we worry about having a job next week? Why should we worry about our health or other worldly issues? Jesus okays everything that happens to us, good or bad. When we see a situation going in a direction we are not pleased with; we must remember that Jesus is in control and everything that He sends our way is ultimately for our good and His glory. Jesus places his stamp of approval on anything that comes our way. Our Lord and Savior has not nor will take his hands off the steering wheel of the universe. He can solve our problems. Why should we, as followers of Christ, fear an uncertain, uncontrolled, runaway world? Jesus Christ is sovereign over it all. God will glorify the Son in the end.

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