Some Instructions for the Christian Family Colossians 3:1-25; Part II

In this portion of Colossians (Chapter 3:1-25), Paul challenges Christians to live godly lives in conformity to who they are in Jesus Christ.  The success of living Christlike lives was dependent not on their own power but on the power of Christ working in them.  As Christians, our lofty Christian status embraces that we need to put off ungodly practices and put on godly practices that reflect our heavenly status. Our text, Colossians 3:1-25, may be outlined as follows: I. Christians Focused on Our New Status – Colossians 3:1-4; II. Christians Turing from the Sins of the Past – Colossians 3:5-9; III. Christians Putting on Godly Virtues – Colossians 3:10-14; IV. Christians Living Harmoniously Among Others – Colossians 3:15-25. III. Christians Putting on Godly Virtues – Colossians 3:10-14 In verse 10, believers are to put on the new self (new way of life).  Believers’ conduct should be in line with their new position in Christ.  The “new self” needs constant renewal or refreshing; thus, it needs renewal to keep it victorious over sin.  This renewal of the new self is in knowledge.  It occurs when believers come to a personal, deep knowledge of and fellowship with Christ.  In Christ, distinctions...