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Day 17: Cindy Vazquez, Event Coordinator at UPPERROOM

Colossians 2

As we read Colossians 2:6-9, Paul starts by telling the church of Colossae that “...just as they have received Christ they should walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Paul says, “...just as they received Christ.” Ephesians 2:8-9 says, “...by grace, you have been saved, through faith.” – Our faith is in Christ alone and the works of His death, burial, and resurrection.

In that same manner of faith, we are encouraged to walk in Him (2 Corinthians 5:7).

For 20 years, I have walked with the Lord and faced many trials: death, illness, loss of employment, betrayal, etc. I share all this to say, “He is still faithful” and desires you to walk in Him. Today, like Paul, I want to encourage you with some practical ways to practice intimacy with Him so that when the day of trouble comes, you can stand firm in your faith in Him, letting nothing lead you astray. In each of these, incorporate communion and remind yourself of His great love.

1. One of my favorite ways to be with Him in the storm is by turning on worship music and saturating myself in His presence. As I come before Him with a heart of worship and thanksgiving, I am encouraged and built up in Him as I remember His goodness. (Psalms 63:3-4)

2. Find a place where you can rest alone in Him. Take a walk, lie down on your bed, or sit at the beach. It is in the place of rest that we fully learn to place our trust in Him. When we are resting in His presence, He always shows up with peace that surpasses all understanding. (Philippians 4:17)

3. Another practical way to practice intimacy is to sit, take a deep breath, and meditate on His truth. This has been such a lifesaver when I am feeling overwhelmed. (Romans 10:17)

Beloved, it is in Him that we are brought into His fullness. In this place, allow His truth, which is the Word of God, to water your roots deeply into the ground so that you may be built up knowing Him. It is here that you will be established and strengthened in His great love.

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the sweet reminder of Your love and desire for union with me. Every day, may I live from this place, being filled and made complete in Christ. Let all the days of my life be filled with more and more of You so that when the day of trouble comes, I stand firm in my faith. Amen.