“If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”~ Col. 3:1-2
James Stalker, in his book, The Life of Christ, refers to Mary, the mother of Jesus, as “High-Souled.” Celestial air is too thin for worldlings; they pass out. On the other hand, this earth’s atmosphere will cause those who are high-born to faint. This is why no child of God should be anchored to this world. The golden rule for overcoming temptation is going higher. Snakes pass out at high altitudes. We should always keep our souls in an elevated mood.
When a Child of God takes his or her place, by faith, in the Heavenlies with Christ, far above all principalities and powers, it is then the magnetic pull of this world loses its magnetic draw. The world’s invitation to the saint has always been, “Come down.” God’s has forever been, “Come up hither.” Let us join Caleb’s Clan, by following his challenge, “Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it.”
Nothing is more contrary to a heavenly hope than an earthly heart. (William Gurnall)
by an Old Disciple
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