Colossians 3:15-17
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Reflection
Yesterday, we heard how Paul was transformed by the love of God in Jesus Christ. We call this grace, God’s unmerited favor shown upon us through the life, death, and
resurrection of Jesus Christ. Today our scripture comes from Paul, who is very aware of God’s grace. It is interesting though he uses the same root word for both grace and gratitude (translated here as thanksgiving.) The love God shows us is grace. The love we show to God is our gratitude. How do you show your gratitude for what God has done in your life?
