Living faithfully for Christ doesn’t happen by accident.

In this special message, guest preacher Pastor Joseph Schmidley opens Colossians 3:1–4 and challenges us to examine where our attention, priorities, and affections are truly focused.

Spiritual drift rarely begins with a deliberate decision to walk away from God. More often, it happens gradually as the distractions, responsibilities, and priorities of everyday life begin to pull our focus away from Christ.

Pastor Schmidley challenges believers to seek those things which are above, intentionally set our affection on Christ, and remember that following Him is not simply another part of life—Christ is our life.

In this message:

• Learn how spiritual drift happens over time
• Discover why living for Christ requires intentional daily choices
• Consider what it means to set your affection on things above
• See the difference between relationship with Christ and empty religion
• Learn how earthly responsibilities can become earthly obsessions
• Be challenged to make Christ the center of every area of life

One question from the message provides a powerful test for our worries, priorities, and decisions:

“Will this matter when Christ appears?”

Instead of simply trying harder, Pastor Schmidley encourages us to look higher—to Christ and allow Him to continually transform our lives.

Scripture: Colossians 3:1–4

GracePointe Baptist Church NOVA is committed to biblical preaching and discipleship that helps people know Christ, grow in His Word, and faithfully live out their faith.