Bible Reading: 2 Chro. 8; Col. 1:16-29.
“For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:” – Colossians 1:16 (KJV)
Sometimes ago, I learnt of a football player in Europe who bought a car and filled the tank with petrol. However after some distance the new car parked up and naturally, he was angry. He got in touch with the seller with his complaints only to learn that the car had a diesel engine! The wrong fuel caused the major damage to the vehicle. Such an error could not have been made by the car buyer if he had used the car in line with the instructions of the manual prepared by the manufacturer.
Such is the case of every man or woman on earth. Most of us run our lives the way we deem right to us without contacting the manufacturer of the body or at least, the manual; holy bible, prepared by him! The result is similar to that of the man who fueled his new car with petrol . We end up with problems, challenges and issues that we should not have had in the first instance.
The bible says of Jesus Christ in Colossians 1:16 (KJV): “For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:” He is our manufacturer that should constantly be contacted for direction so that we can fulfill the purpose for which we were created!
It is very important to note that all things were not only created by him but also for him! No wonder Ecclesiastes 12:13 (KJV) tells us: “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.”
But you cannot give what you do not have. So you need to read the bible to know his commandments before you can obey them. And as you obey them, you will see that God directs your path (Proverbs. 3:6) and all your needs are provided for you (Matt. 6:31-33).
Prayer Point: Father give me the grace to be obedient to all your commandments in Jesus name.
Brother Biodun Oyapero