Put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. – Colossians 3:10
Where do you see God’s image when you look in the mirror? Is it in your moral conscience or in a desire for deep connection with others? Do you see God’s likeness in your character, as you choose to move towards truth rather than deception and desire the world’s suffering to be relieved? There is nothing wrong with looking for evidence of God’s image in your life. In fact, it can be recommended!
Considering God’s characteristics of perfection and holiness, it does not take much to see the chasm between your existence and God’s eternal self. In the proper context of Creator and beloved creation, self-reflection is an important step in a restored relationship. You are God’s idea and He created you to know and enjoy fellowship together. Regardless of the ravages of this life and sin, He still sees the you He desired at creation. You can know that version of you also!
Paul encourages you to put on the “new self,” a version of you enlivened by the Spirit of Christ and full of the indwelling Spirit of God (Ephesians 4:22). This version of you is born when you accept God’s grace towards you through Christ’s payment for your sin. As you take stock of God’s image in yourself, you notice where you do not reflect Him. Start right there, asking Him to heal you and make you more like Jesus. Pray for elected leaders in America to look at themselves in relationship to God’s eternal being, and desire redemption and restoration through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Today’s Verse: Colossians 3:10
and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Recommended for further reading: Psalm 103:13-17
As a father shows compassion to his children,
so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.
14 For he knows our frame;
he remembers that we are dust.
15 As for man, his days are like grass;
he flourishes like a flower of the field;
16 for the wind passes over it, and it is gone,
and its place knows it no more.
17 But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him,
and his righteousness to children’s children,
All Scripture quotations and audio are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
