Category Archives: Colossians

COLOSSIANS 3:2-3: “Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” (NKJV)‭ OBSERVATION: Am I “heavenly minded”? This is what Paul is exhorting us to … Continue reading →

 COLOSSIANS 3:1-2: “Since you were brought back to life with Christ, focus on the things that are above—where Christ holds the highest position. Keep your mind on things above, not on worldly things.” (GW)‭‭ OBSERVATION: What is the first thing … Continue reading →

 COLOSSIANS 1:19-20: “God was pleased to have all of himself live in Christ. God was also pleased to bring everything on earth and in heaven back to himself through Christ. He did this by making peace through Christ’s blood sacrificed … Continue reading →

COLOSSIANS 3:17: “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” (ESV OBSERVATION: How can I live as a “light” to the world? Anyone … Continue reading →

COLOSSIANS 2:16-19: “Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath. These are a shadow of the things to come, but the … Continue reading →

COLOSSIANS 1:29: “For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me.” (ESV‬)‬ OBSERVATION: There is a “paradox” of grace in the Christian life. When we think of grace we think of God’s action toward … Continue reading →

COLOSSIANS 3:14: “But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection.” OBSERVATION: In the 3rd Chapter of Colossians Paul calls believers to seek the things that are above, in heaven, where Christ dwells. He lists … Continue reading →