“To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Colossians 1:27
When I think about all the work of aloha, planning and participation by our church ‘ohana for our Nepal Craft and Bake Sale this Sunday I’m reminded of our God-given purpose: To make known the hope of glory — JESUS! Through our giving, prayers, medical care, and aloha, we get to share His aloha and hope with others.
Colossians 1 is all about JESUS! Paul reminds us that Christ is above all, and “in Him all things hold together” (v. 17). And to think this same Jesus, who is supreme over all creation, chooses to live IN US! He desires to live IN us so His aloha and hope can live THROUGH us!
Jesus’ supremacy and superiority is not defined by ego or the pride of greatness through power, position, or possessions. His supremacy is defined by His relationship with God the Father — as the Son of God who gives hope to the world! That’s perfect aloha, grace, humility, and sacrifice.
JESUS, the One who holds all things together lives in us, inviting us to make His hope and aloha known to the world around us — our family, friends, co-workers, community — and even as far away as Nepal!
May the generosity and hope of Jesus live in and overflow through us.
Love you all!
Pastor Rod
