God’s grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. JESUS' supreme authority makes HIS sacrifice on the cross the ONLY grace that transforms people here and forever. Believing and receiving this grace allows us to live and display HIS grace in this world that so desperately needs it.

 Focus. Focus. Focus. Colossians 3 reminds us to focus on "things above". We are in CHRIST and thus have the power to live like HIM as we are Transformed by Grace. Our focus on JESUS and HIS kingdom allows us to do "everything in the name of the LORD JESUS".

Discussion Questions -

What is your favorite outfit to wear and why?

Please re-read Colossians 3:1-4

In what ways are these four verses encouraging, challenging and/or instructive for you with regard to your life in JESUS and daily living it out?

Please re-read Colossians 3:5-11

Why is it necessary to "put to death" if we have already "died and are hidden with CHRIST in GOD"?
What does verse 11 mean?

Please re-read Colossians 3:12-17

Of these 9 "articles" to put on in verses 12-15 which are you "wearing well" and which do you need to model better? What's your plan for wearing them well?

This first two-thirds of Colossians 3 finish well with verses 16-17. How do verses 16 & 17 compliment each other so well?

Please pray for a better "whatever" attitude for you and the family of JESUS

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