What is Theologically-Informed Intentional Living?

Or maybe easier said, "What is it not?"

Living a theologically-informed intentional life means we don’t always live our ideal lives. Living intentionally isn’t about being perfectly organized or in control (definitely not in control).

It is, however, about faithfulness, perseverance, and stewardship.

While studying the book of Colossians with a group of ladies this week (more on that in Saturday’s email), it struck me how many times Paul wrote in the opening part of his letter, “So that…”

He tells the Colossians in chapter one verse nine that he and Timothy have not ceased to pray for them, and he even tells them what he and Timothy have been praying for:

• knowledge,

• wisdom, and

• understanding

…to fill them.

Then, in verse ten he writes, “So that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him.” He continues by defining what is pleasing to God, which is:

• bearing fruit in every good work, and

• growing in the knowledge of God (Col 1:10b).

And he tells the Colossians all of this is done by the strengthening of the glorious might of Christ, “so that you may have endurance and patience, joyfully giving thanks to the Father…” (Col 1:11c-12a).