Sunday July 20, 2025

More than meets the eye

Paul's letter to the Colossians presents a cosmic vision of Christ that transforms how we understand both the universe and our daily lives. Writing to believers surrounded by competing philosophies and spiritual systems, Paul boldly declares that Christ isn't merely one option among many; he is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation, and the one in whom all things hold together. This isn't abstract theology but a foundational truth that addresses our deepest anxieties. The animated film WALL-E offers a surprising parallel to this truth; a small, unassuming robot faithfully continuing his work in a broken world, preserving possibility through quiet persistence. Similarly, Christ's sustaining work often happens in the background of our lives, not through dramatic interventions but through faithful presence. When Paul writes 'Christ in you, the hope of glory,' he's reminding us that the same power holding atoms together is at work within us, gradually transforming us into his image. This process of sanctification isn't flashy but moves quietly through our daily choices and character formation. When life feels fragile and uncertain, we don't need to scramble to maintain control. The center already holds. Our maturity as believers begins not with having all the answers but with trusting the One who holds us when we cannot hold ourselves. We can release the pressure of trying to be the glue in our relationships, work, and future, resting instead in the reality that Christ is already sustaining what matters most.