Colossians 3:2 · KJV

"Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth."

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.

²Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.

³For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.

⁴When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.

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Reflection Questions

How do you prioritize your affections between earthly and heavenly things?

What does it look like for you to set your mind on things above?

When have you felt your focus shift away from spiritual matters?

Life Application

priorities

Take time each day to reflect on your priorities and align them with God's will.

mindset

Engage in practices that help you focus on spiritual growth, such as prayer and meditation.

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