Growing in Knowledge

Verse:

“For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;” (Colossians 1:9, KJV)

Devotional:

As believers, we are called to grow in our knowledge of God and His will. This is not just head knowledge, but it is spiritual wisdom and understanding that can only come from the Holy Spirit.

Paul prayed fervently for the Colossians to be filled with this knowledge. He knew that it was essential for their spiritual growth and for them to walk in a manner that was worthy of the Lord.

Just like the Colossians, we need to be filled with the knowledge of God's will. We need to seek Him in prayer and study His Word to gain a deeper understanding of who He is and what He desires for us. This knowledge will guide us in making wise decisions and living a life that glorifies Him.

However, we must be careful not to seek knowledge for the sake of knowledge alone. Our goal should always be to grow closer to God and to become more like Him. As we grow in our knowledge of Him, we should also strive to apply what we learn to our daily lives.

Let us follow Paul's example and pray for one another to be filled with the knowledge of God's will. Let us seek the Lord with all our hearts, souls, and minds, knowing that He will reveal Himself to us in ways we could never imagine.

Daily Challenge:

Take time today to pray for someone in your life to be filled with the knowledge of God's will. Then, spend some time studying His Word and seeking to apply what you learn to your daily life.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of Your Word and the Holy Spirit who guides us into all truth. We pray that You would fill us with the knowledge of Your will and give us spiritual wisdom and understanding. Help us to seek You with all our hearts and to apply what we learn to our daily lives. We also pray for those in our lives who need to know You more deeply; fill them with Your knowledge and love. In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen.