God’s calling of the believer should result in God’s character in the believer. In part 3 of Biblical Fellowship, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Colossians 3:12-15.
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Study Notes
“Koinonia” = Common Life
- Though we are many, we are the one Body of Christ
- Through the Spirit, we are to love one another with Christ’s sacrificial love
Understanding the Text
- Calling (v. 12)
- Chosen by God
- Holy
- Dearly Loved by God
- Character Commands (vv. 12-15)
- Compassion / Kindness / Humility / Gentleness / Patience / Forgiveness / Love / Peace / Gratitude
Forgive One Another
Bear with each other… and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another…. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
- Love… “Character Glue”
- The Peace of Christ… “The Umpire”
Principles from the Text
- Believers have been chosen, and are dearly loved, by God
- Believers are holy- set apart in character and destiny
- The calling of God should produce the character of God
Applying the Text
- Do you gratefully praise God for His calling and love?
- Are you growing in holy character?
- Do you forgive as the Lord forgave you?
The Gospel… Good News for Believers
- The Lifelong Process of Repentance and Faith
- Grace