Therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and dearly loved, put on compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, – Colossians 3:12 (CSB)
Paul is writing to believers in Colossae, reminding them that they are the elect of God, God’s chosen ones. As believers, we have a new identity in Christ. We are God’s chosen ones, and we are holy and a dearly loved part of His family.
As part of God’s family, we are encouraged to act in a way that reflects His character. To put on qualities that reflect God’s love daily, to show kindness, gentleness, and patience to others. We are called to show God’s love to everyone we meet.
“Colossians 3:12 teaches us that as children of God, it is essential to walk in love and to express the heart of our Savior in our daily interactions. Our actions should mirror the compassion and kindness that Jesus exemplified during His time on Earth.” – Charles Stanley
As believers, we are set apart, called to live by God’s standards, and to reflect Jesus’ kindness, compassion, and love in every part of our lives. Our lives are being continually transformed to be more like Him.
12-14 So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it. Colossians 3:12-14 (MSG)
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Lord, we thank You for the kindness, love, and mercy You have shown us. Help us to follow Your ways and grow more Christ-like in our actions. Teach us to exhibit compassion, love, and gentleness in our dealings with others. Like the aster flowers, are open and follow the sun, let us be open-hearted and follow Your Son, Jesus. Amen
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As a follower of Christ we indeed have a new identity and are not to live as our old self but are to reflect Christ. Not easy at all but with surrender and intentionality from our end, He who began a good work in us will bring it to completion.
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