Let the word of Christ have its home within you as you teach and train one another with all wisdom, singing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God.

- Colossians 3:16

In the early church they were all learning together, teaching each other what revelations they had had and equipping each other.

It was simple...singing, sharing, worshipping and releasing thanksgiving.

They pursued God individually, but shared God with each other and increased as a church.

Edifying each other in groups or bible studies is crucial, but not the end.

The preparation is for us to find those who don’t have fellowship or have never heard the gospel!!

TODAY: God you surround me with your sons and daughters so I will be built-up in love. Help me to create that for others, to give and not just receive.

Pray for us, too, that God will open a door [of opportunity] to us for the word, to proclaim...Christ, for which I have been imprisoned. Colossians 4:3  

With Love,
Paper Sunday 

Letting God’s Word dwell in you isn’t about reading more—it’s about making space for it to truly take root. As you pause and reflect, consider how His truth is shaping your thoughts, your responses, and your relationships.

Journal & Reflect

•  What does it look like for God’s Word to “dwell richly” in your life right now? 
• Are there areas where you’ve been filling your mind with something other than His truth? 
• How can you intentionally create space for Scripture in your daily routine? 
• In what ways can you encourage others with God’s Word this week? 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Colossians 3:16 mean? 

It encourages believers to deeply internalize God’s Word so it influences every part of life, including how we speak, think, and relate to others. 

What does “dwell richly” mean?

 It means allowing Scripture to fully settle in your heart—not just visiting occasionally, but becoming a constant source of guidance and wisdom.

How can I let God’s Word dwell in me daily?

 By regularly reading Scripture, meditating on it, memorizing key verses, and applying it in everyday situations.

Why does this verse mention teaching and encouraging others?

 Because when God’s Word fills us, it naturally overflows—impacting and uplifting the people around us.

Prayer

 Lord, Let Your Word dwell richly in me. Shape my thoughts, guide my actions, and align my heart with Your truth. Help me not just to read Scripture, but to live it out daily. Use me to encourage others with Your Word, and let my life reflect Your wisdom and grace.
Amen.

Message from Kara Heckel, founder of Paper Sunday

 This verse always challenges me in the best way—because it reminds me that God’s Word isn’t meant to stay on the page, it’s meant to live in us. Colossians 3:16 has been a gentle nudge in my own life to slow down, be intentional, and let Scripture actually shape how I think and respond. Not perfectly, but consistently. I’m so grateful you’re here, choosing to make space for His truth in your everyday life.

Applying this to your Daily Routine

 Take time to reflect, pray, and process what God is teaching you through every season. Our Personalized Prayer Journal was designed to help you grow deeper in faith—one day at a time–turning intention into habit. Many people use journals to revisit verses like these and reflect throughout the week. 

Today's devotional pairs beautifully with the Chinoiserie Personalized Scripture Journal

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