Scripture Reading
Colossians 2:6-7
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
Reflection
Paul's metaphor combines agriculture and architecture: rooted like a tree drawing nourishment from the soil, built up like a structure rising course by course. Both images emphasize process over event — spiritual depth is grown and built, not instantly installed. The tree does not panic in a storm because the roots go down far; the building does not collapse because it is properly founded. Tend your roots today.
Prayer for Today
All-Seeing God, I know that You are watching and waiting for Your children to seek Your counsel. Lord, my small business is not functioning at its best and I know it is capable of so much more. I feel like some obstacles are stopping me from success and growth. I am asking for Your help to see these obstacles, or for You to remove them. Please remove anything that is hindering me from growing this business. Amen.
Amen.