All I Really Want Is You

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Colossians 2:16-17 So don’t let anyone condemn you for what you eat or drink, or for not celebrating certain holy days or new moon ceremonies or Sabbaths. For these rules are only shadows of the reality yet to come. And Christ himself is that reality.

In the Apostle Paul’s day, Christianity was spreading between a Jewish population and a Gentile population. As such, some of the Jewish population were looking down upon others who were not observing the holy days, other ceremonies, or the Sabbath as they were. Paul graciously informed the Colossians that they ought not allow others to condemn them. 

Sadly, this practice of judgment and condemnation continues today, but in other forms. Some in the Christian faith may look down upon others who may not attend certain church events, or those who may celebrate Holidays a little bit differently. 

Others may be even more blunt, teaching and preaching that God wants certain things from you and that you must do those certain things to be in God’s favor. But the message of the Gospel is not that God wants something from you. Instead, it’s God with outstretched arms saying, “All I really want, is you.” 

READING & PRAYERS:

     COLOSSIANS 2:6-17  (also read the commentary notes in your Study Bible of choice.)

QUESTION: In what ways have you been living with the mindset that God wants something specific from you? What would it look like to be free from that burden, and to simply rest in Him today? 

DIGGING DEEPER: Sit in silence for at least 15 minutes, perhaps 30. Consider having your hands turned with palms up in a posture of receiving from God. Utilize this time to listen to His heart. A heart that is with you and for you. 

Take a Step: Practice listening to God by utilizing the One Minute Pause app at least twice a day.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I confess I spend more of my time pondering what You may want from me and what I can do for You instead of meditating on the truth that the main thing you want from me, is me. Today I simply pray that I can rest in this truth today, and every day. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

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