SEEK THE THINGS ABOVE
OUR COMMON DEVOTION 2026
Starting Our Day:
Praying the Word of God
We begin each day by allowing the truths in
Colossians 3:1-4 to turn our hearts and minds upward.
1If then you have been raised with Christ,
seek the things that are above, where Christ is,
seated at the right hand of God.
2Set your minds on things that are above,
not on things that are on earth.
3For you have died,
and your life is hidden with Christ in God.
4When Christ who is your life appears,
then you also will appear with him in glory.
Reflection:
Now this quarter, memorize verses 1-2. Then meditate on the following questions:
What "earthly things” am I tempted to fixate on today that might rob me of joy? Bring those before the Lord.
As you go, receive Christ’s grace and peace. Take a moment of silence, pray a prayer of adoration, or journal your gratitude before stepping into the day.
Reclaiming Our Day:
Praying with Jesus
By noon, many of us have drifted. Our hearts have wandered, anxiety has risen, and a false sense of control has crept in. So, we reclaim the day by praying with Jesus.
Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be your name.
Your kingdom come, your will be done,
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread,
And forgive us our debts,
As we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil.
For yours is the kingdom, the power,
And the glory forever. Amen.
Surrendering Our Day:
Praying with Reflection and Hope
We end our day by surrendering it to God with honest reflection and hope for tomorrow.
Give Thanks…
I am raised with Christ. He is my life.
My life is hidden with Christ in God.
Invite The Holy Spirit to Reveal…
Did I remember my identity today, that I am a new creation, raised with Christ?
What did I seek after today? (Christ or something else)?
Confess Struggles…
What distractions and temptations did I experience?
Where did I look for life in something other than Christ?
Look Ahead In Hope
The Risen Christ is with me and within me.
I am a new creation, raised with Christ.
Lord, empower me to live that truth tomorrow as I wait for my physical resurrection in the new heavens and new earth to come.
Amen.
