
Christ is all that matters, and he lives in all of us (Colossians 3:11; NLT).
1. With Christ,
There is both freedom
And belonging.
2. With Christ,
There is both union
And longing.
3. With Christ,
There is both being helped
And serving.
4. With Christ,
There is both dying
And enduring.
References
1. When we died with Christ we were set free from the power of sin (Romans 6:7; NLT).
You belong to Christ (1 Corinthians 3:23; NLT).
2. You also are complete through your union with Christ (Colossians 2:10; NLT).
You know what I long for; Lord; you hear my every sigh […] For I am waiting for you, O Lord (Psalm 38:9,15; NLT).
3. He helps me (Psalm 28:7; NLT).
Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all (Mark 9:35; NIV).
4. If we live, it’s to honour the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honour the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord (Romans 14:8; NLT).
If we endure hardship, we will reign with him (2 Timothy 2:12; NLT).
Yes, we have nothing and yet, in him, we have everything. A beautiful paradox. xxx
Thank you. Exhausted after a wedding! XXXXXXX
Thanks for your email, Ruth. I’ll try and message you tomorrow before the Christmas onslaught. Hope you enjoyed the wedding! :D xxx
No hurry whatsoever, Lesley – why not leave it until after Christmas? No need for extra pressure when you’re already busy. I’ll still be praying for you all, and just as pleased to hear back in the new year XXXXXX
;) xxx