What did you put on this morning?

SCRIPTURE
(Col. 3:14&15) "And beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful."


OBSERVATION
Paul is giving instructions as to what is fitting behavior for the believer. There should be an observable difference between the lifestyle of the believer and the non-believer. That difference will come down to what you chose to put on each day: love and peace, or self-centeredness and resentment or fear.


APPLICATION
Paul tells me to put on love, "but he doesn't know the injustices of my life situation!" We often feel justified in our emotional reactions, but Paul is giving advice on how to create unity and glorify God, not achieve our perceived fairness. The emotional atmosphere of your home is determined by what you chose to put on.

PRAYER
Lord, I confess there are times when I want my way and it creates disunity. I ask that today Your love would rule in my heart and create an environment that glorifies You. I put on Your love and Peace.