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A Matter of Life and Death

Since we have been united with Christ’s life, let us put deadly things to death. In part 7 of Colossians: Fullness In Christ, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Colossians 3:1-11.

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Study Notes

Understanding the Text

  1. The Person and Work of Christ (Col 1:1-29)
  2. Error and Truth (Col 2:1-23)
  3. Christian Living (Col 3:1 – 4:6)
    1. The New Self (Col 3:1-11)

Commands for Holy Living

  1. Set your heart and mind on things above
  2. Put deadly things—sinful attitudes and behavior—to death

Deadly Things

  • Sexual Immorality
  • Impurity
  • Lust
  • Evil Desires
  • Greed
  • Idolatry
  • Anger
  • Rage
  • Malice
  • Slander
  • Filthy Language
  • Lies

Why should I set my heart and mind on things above, and put deadly things to death?

  1. You have been raised with Christ
  2. You are united with Christ
  3. You will appear with Christ in glory
  4. God’s judgment is coming
  5. You have put on the new self
  6. You have been united with all other believers in Christ

Applying the Text

  • Lord, forgive me for setting my heart and mind on…
  • Lord, help keep my heart and mind focused on…
  • Lord, help me put to death…
  • Lord, thank You for…