Walk the Line

Trying to earn God's welcome leaves people striving to fix themselves before they come to Him. Grace comes first. Paul prays that Christians will know God more deeply, because Christ has already brought them into God's family and that knowledge reshapes their lives. God's strength may change hard circumstances, but it also gives patient, joyful endurance when they remain. Through His death and resurrection, Christ qualifies and forgives all who trust Him, transferring them into His kingdom to keep walking and bearing fruit. Bible Reference: Colossians 1:9–14 Preacher: Adam Schoenmaker