[The Mayor]

January 3, 2007

An Eternal Perspective

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READ: Colossians 3:1-7

Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. —Colossians 3:2

In the movie Gladiator, General Maximus Decimus Meridius seeks to stir his cavalry to fight well in the imminent battle against Germania. Addressing his troops, he challenges them to give their very best. He makes this profound statement: "What we do in life echoes in eternity."

These words from a fictional military leader convey a powerful concept that is of particular significance to believers in Christ. We are not just taking up time and space on a rock that’s floating in the universe. We are here with the opportunity to make an eternal difference with our lives.

Jesus Himself said, "Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal" (Matt. 6:20). Having the perspective of living for eternity can make all the difference in this world.

How can we learn to set our minds "on things above"? (Col. 3:2). A good way to begin is to discover what our eternal God values. Throughout the pages of the Bible, He reminds us that He values people above possessions and our character above our performance. Those are the truths that last forever. Embracing them can bring an eternal perspective to our daily living.

For Further Thought
What is your purpose for living?
For help in focusing your life on eternity,
read Why In The World Am I Here?

What we do in this life echoes in eternity.

Bible in One Year:   Genesis 7-9; Matthew 3

[GodBlessUSA]

Thank You The Mayor!
Good Morning :)

[ConorMacNessa]

Thank you, Mayor - even some pagans had anticipations of eternity - it must be a universal verity.

[La Enchiladita]

He makes this profound statement: "What we do in life echoes in eternity."

Profound, and true.

[.30Carbine]

We are here with the opportunity to make an eternal difference with our lives.

Such good reminders in these readings, Mayor. Many thanks. The puppy gif is especially encouraging (;