Colossians 3
Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.
The TV quiz show, "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" was the first U.S. game show to offer a million dollars in prize money. The show made television history by becoming one of the most popular shows of all time. Just for fun today let's begin with our own quiz?
1. Who are the last 3 Heisman trophy winners?
2. What are the names of the last 3 winners of the Miss America contest?
3. Name the last 3 people who won the Nobel Peace Prize.
4. List the last 3 Academy Award winners for best actor?
5. Who are the last 3 college basketball teams to win the national championship?
How well did you do? Is that your final answer? I didn't do well either. Except for a few trivial hounds, none of us are very good at remembering yesterday's headlines. What I've mentioned above are no second rate achievements. These are the best in their fields. And yet, isn't it amazing how soon we forget? The applause dies. The awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners. Ready for round two?
6. Think of 3 people you enjoy spending time with.
7. Name 3 teachers who have taught you something worthwhile.
8. For a million dollars, name one person who has taught you or admonished you to grow in your relationship with Jesus.
The goal of our lives is not to accumulate stuff but to share Jesus. Most of us will not be famous achievers of earthly awards but that is not the aim. The goal is to encourage others to pursue a dynamic, moment by moment walk with Jesus. The target is to share our joyful praise of the Lord with others. So what are the names of the three people you are pouring your life into? One the first day of eternity your friendship with them will be worth much more than a million dollars. Invest your life wisely today.
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