Colossians 3

🔍 Overview

Colossians 3 is a powerful call to live out the new life believers have in Christ. Paul urges Christians to set their minds on things above, put to death earthly desires, and clothe themselves with virtues that reflect Christ’s character. He gives practical instructions for personal holiness, community relationships, and household living, all grounded in Christ as the believer’s life and authority.

✨ Key Themes

New identity in Christ (vs. 1–4)

Putting off the old self and sinful practices (vs. 5–9)

Putting on the new self, marked by love and unity (vs. 10–17)

Living Christ-centered relationships in the household (vs. 18–25)

📖 Key Verses

“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” (Colossians 3:2)

“Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature…” (Colossians 3:5)

“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” (Colossians 3:14)

“Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” (Colossians 3:17)

🪞 Reflection Questions

What areas of your life do you need to “set your mind on things above” more intentionally?

Which “old self” habits or attitudes do you sense God calling you to put to death?

How can you practically “put on love” in your relationships this week?

What would change if you approached your work, family life, and daily responsibilities as if doing them “in the name of the Lord Jesus”?