Colossians 3:1-17PAGE 984

Set Your Mind on the Things Above

(3:1-4)

The LORD says to my Lord: “Sit at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool.”

- Psalm 110:1

“He worked in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at his right hand in the heavenly places”

- Ephesians 1:20

A heavenward gaze keeps life in its proper

perspective.

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

- Matthew 6:33

Cling to the Hope that You Have Been

Hidden in Him.

3 keys for all Christ followers: 1. Keep your eyes on Him

2. Remember you are hidden in Him3. Put to death what is earthly in you

Put Off the Old Self

(3:5-9)

Any sexual immorality outside of marriage.

PORNIA:

Sow a thought, reap an action.

Sin always escalates.

Why do we avoid purity?

Put On the New Self

(3:10-17)

Good intentions don’t abolish sin, discipline does.

Find forgiveness at the Cross

Do more than say “I’m sorry.”

How to Put on the New Self:

Pay no regard to style.