Colossians 3:1-4 Christ’s death, resurrection, and ascension were not merely historical events. In Christ, God has brought about a whole new realm of spiritual authority in which you can live. But you can only benefit from this if you set your mind on the things that are above.
Colossians 3:5 The language here is extreme. Paul does not say to ignore our old ways or understand them better. He doesn’t even say to quit them. He tells us to execute—put to death—the earthly in us. This includes sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed.
Colossians 3:6-8 Additionally, Christians should get rid of anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language. You can be angry, but don’t sin (Eph 4:26-27). Anger does not produce God’s righteousness (Jam 1:19-20).
Colossians 3:9-10 Lying erodes trust. It needs to go just like the previously mentioned vices so you can become a new person, remade in the image of your creator.
Colossians 3:11 The new way has no room for old prejudices, and racial barriers. Even Scythians are welcome!
Colossians 3:12-14 Christians should cultivate compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, tolerance, forgiveness, and love.
Colossians 3:15-17 Peace, gratitude, and songs to God characterize Christians. Do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.
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