Hidden

"Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God."  Colossians 3:2-3


"So, how's your day going?"  It's a typical question along with similar ones such as "How are your doing?" or "How are you?"  These questions have become standard greetings, not really intended to get answered to any serious degree.  When asked, we usually respond with "I'm fine, how are you?" or "I'm good, thanks."

I believe Paul would ask and answer that question with all sincerity.  For a Christian, our mindset is challenged each and every day, and we can grow tired of trying over and over to make Godly choices.  Paul would probably add a bit to the question, though.  "How is your Christian walk today?"   Not "How was it yesterday?" or "How are you planning on living for Christ tomorrow?" but TODAY.  We should, therefore answer the "How are you?" with a joyful "My life is wonderful, as it is hidden with Christ in God!"

You see, Paul uses this term with respect to our old self being dead once we are saved.  And Christ in person is hidden to the world around us.  The world needs to see Christ through the church, through His believers.  And in order for us to show Christ to others, we must understand that we are hidden with Him in God.  The former desires of our flesh, the appetites of this world, are to be replaced with a life in Christ.  Christians should appear dead to the things of the world, but yet, at the same time, alive with Christ as the source of our energy. 

Further, with regard to salvation, we are still sinners, but as sinners saved by grace, God looks on us, and sees Christ, being that we are hidden in Him.  So, too, should the world see Christ by seeing our actions, hearing our speech, watching our walk.  With the energy that is of Christ at our disposal, they should see Him in and through us.

So...how are you doing?  Really, how's your day going?