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Today’s Devotional
Colossians 2:12 reminds us of the powerful symbolism of baptism, where we publicly identify with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this act of faith, we are declaring our commitment to leave behind our old life of sin and embrace our new life in Christ. Baptism is a beautiful outward expression of the inward transformation that has taken place within us through our faith in Jesus.
As we reflect on this verse, we can be reminded of the importance of our faith in God’s power to raise us from spiritual death to new life in Christ. Just as Jesus was raised from the dead, so too are we raised to walk in the newness of life, filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to live in a manner that glorifies God. Our baptism is a powerful reminder of the incredible work God has done in our lives, and it should fill us with gratitude and awe at His amazing grace.
Time to reflect
As we reflect on Colossians 2:12, let’s consider these points of application in our personal lives:
- Remember the significance of your baptism as a public declaration of your commitment to Christ and your identification with His death, burial, and resurrection.
- Cultivate a grateful heart for the incredible work God has done in your life, bringing you from spiritual death to new life in Christ.
- Regularly seek God’s guidance and empowerment to live a life that honors Him and reflects the transformation He has worked within you.
- Share the importance of baptism with others, encouraging those who have come to faith in Christ to take this step of obedience.
- Celebrate the baptisms of fellow believers, rejoicing with them in the new life they have found in Christ.
Prayer Of The Day
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the powerful symbolism of baptism that reminds us of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We are grateful for the incredible work You have done in our lives, transforming us from spiritual death to new life in Christ. Help us to continually remember the significance of our baptism and live in a way that honors You and reflects the amazing grace You have poured out upon us.
As we seek to grow in our faith, empower us with Your Holy Spirit to live a life that glorifies You. Give us wisdom and guidance as we share the importance of baptism with others, and help us to celebrate the new life found in Christ for those who choose to be baptized. We pray all this in the precious name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
Considering Colossians 2:12, take these action steps to praise God for the gift of baptism and new life in Christ:
- Reflect on your own baptism and the significance it holds in your spiritual journey.
- Thank God for the transformative work He has done in your life through faith in Jesus Christ.
- Encourage others in their faith journey by sharing your personal testimony and the importance of baptism.
Today Wisdom
Colossians 2:12 serves as a powerful reminder of the profound impact baptism has on our spiritual lives. As we remember our baptism, we are called to live in gratitude for the incredible work God has done in our lives and to share this transformation with others. By living a life that honors God and reflects the new life we have found in Christ, we can be a light to those around us and encourage others to seek the same transformation through faith in Jesus Christ.