There is a fundamental change that takes place when we become Christ followers. Read carefully Colossians 3:5-11. We put off many things while putting on others. We transform by the renewing of our mind (Romans 12:1,2). Note what the Colossians brethren were instructed to do.
Put off …
Sexual immorality
Impurity
Passion
Evil Desire
Covetousness (greed).
These are all things that hurt ourselves and make us sin-sick. There must be a changing of heart and action to put these sins away. But notice Paul goes on talking about things that hurt others by our actions.
Anger
Wrath
Malice
Slander
Obscene speech
Lying
Each of these sins takes place against someone else (sometimes inwardly too). But in Christ as God’s chosen ones we are to manifest a great change. Our actions must reflect …
Holiness
Compassionate hearts
Kindness
Humility
Patience
Forbearance
Forgiveness
What a transformation truly happens when Jesus lives in the hearts and minds of His child. He truly is “all in all.”
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