Colossians 3:1–4
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.  Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3  For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.  When Christ, who is your[a] life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.

Building a life with God begins with what has the center of our attention. Paul writes that if we have been raised with Christ, our hearts and minds should be set on things above, not on earthly things. The more Christ becomes our focus, the more our desires, choices, and priorities begin to shift.

We cannot build a strong spiritual life with God as an occasional guest. He must be the cornerstone, the starting point, and the one who shapes every part of who we are. When He is at the center, our identity is secure, our purpose is clear, and our hope is unshakable.

Let this week be about reordering your focus. Invite Him into your thoughts from the moment you wake up. Ask Him to guide the words you speak and the decisions you make. The more your life revolves around Him, the more you will find stability that no circumstance can shake.

What currently has the most influence over my decisions and priorities?
How can I give God the center of my attention today?

Lord, I want my life to be centered on You. Shift my focus away from distractions and help me keep my eyes fixed on things above.