Season 5 Episode 254

Whatever You Do | Colossians 3:17What does it really mean to do everything in the name of Jesus?In this episode of Meditations, we reflect on Colossians 3:17 and discover that following Christ is not limited to church, prayer, or other “spiritual” activities. Jesus is Lord over every part of our lives—our words, work, relationships, decisions, business, and everyday actions.To do something “in the name of the Lord Jesus” means to live as His representative, conscious that His name is upon your life.A powerful question to ask yourself is:Can I put the name of Jesus on what I am about to do?When we live with that awareness, integrity becomes worship, excellence becomes worship, kindness becomes worship, and even ordinary responsibilities become opportunities to glorify God.Colossians 3:17 also reminds us to live with gratitude, giving thanks to God through Jesus Christ.Key Scripture: “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” — Colossians 3:17Meditation: You belong to Jesus. You represent Jesus. Let everything you say and everything you do bring honour to His name.Prayer: Father, help me to live every part of my life in a way that honours Jesus. Let my words, actions, work, relationships, and decisions reflect Him. Teach me to live with integrity, excellence, love, and gratitude. In Jesus’ name, Amen.