And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist.
Colossians 1:17 NKJV
Question
What is one thing you need to take out of your hands and place back into God’s hands today?
Context
Paul writes to the church in Colossae to remind them of who Jesus truly is. False teachings were creeping in, diminishing Christ and elevating other ideas. So Paul makes it clear: Jesus is not just part of creation, He is over it, before it, and holding it all together.
This means the same Jesus who created the universe is actively sustaining it right now.
Application
When life feels chaotic, uncertain, or overwhelming, we often try to “hold it all together” ourselves. But this verse reminds us: that’s not our job. Jesus is the One who holds your life, your family, your future, even your unseen struggles.
Nothing is spinning out of control, it’s still under His authority. What are you trying to hold together on your own right now? Where are you carrying stress that belongs to God? What would it look like to truly trust that He is in control?
Today, instead of gripping tighter, release it to Him.
Truth For The Day
The world may feel like it’s falling apart—but it’s not falling out of His hands.
Pray
Lord, Thank You that You are before all things and above all things. When life feels unstable, remind me that You are steady. When I feel overwhelmed, help me trust that You are holding everything together even when I can’t see it. Teach me to rest in Your power and not my own strength. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
