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Set your minds on things above · UCT Youth Daily Devotion

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  Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and welcome to another episode
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  of the United Church of Tonga Youth Devotion.
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  Our reading for today is taken from Colossians chapter 3, verses 2 and 3.
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  It says, Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things,
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  for you died and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.
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  Our theme for today, Set your minds on things above.
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  Are you aware that Satan is manipulating our minds with his lies?
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  He makes you think that you are not good enough and you should buy the latest
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  fashion, the tech gadgets, so people can appreciate you.
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  He plays with your mind to make you think that it is okay to live in sin because
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  the whole world is doing it.
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  He corrupts your mind with unnecessary worries that make you stressed out.
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  The Apostle Paul offers us a powerful reminder.
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  Set your minds on things about, not just on the everyday struggles of this world.
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  We must fill ourselves with the truth of God's Word to combat the lies that
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  can seep into our minds from the enemy.
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  Imagine starting each day by diving into your Bible. What a way to set a positive tone.
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  Whether you listen to our youth daily devotion or reflect on the daily Bible
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  verse, let those words stick with you throughout the day.
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  What insights can you draw from that devotion?
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  Let it spark your curiosity and consider reading the entire chapter.
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  There are fantastic Bible apps that offer audio versions, perfect for tuning
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  in during your lunch break, at work or at school.
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  Or why not listen while you're on the bus or driving in your car?
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  You might be wondering, why make this effort? The answer is profound.
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  Because we were once spiritually dead. But through Jesus Christ, we now have life.
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  Our lives are hidden with Christ in God. And sin no longer has authority over us.
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  We are God's unique creations.
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  And that gives us strength. So when life throws challenges your way,
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  or others try to bring you down with negativity,
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  remember that God's love for you is greater than any problem you face.
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  You belong to Christ, and in Him you rise above the chatter.
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  Don't let the petty comments steal your joy or your time. you have a higher purpose.
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  So I encourage you today, fill your minds with the scriptures and set your mind on godly things.
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  Read, memorize, and follow the Word of God to safeguard yourself from Satan's
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  manipulations and lies. Let us pray.
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  Almighty God, thank you for your boundless love and the new life I have in Christ.
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  Ignite within me a desire to immerse myself in your word, safeguarding me from the lies of Satan.
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  And this I pray in Jesus' holy name. Amen.