Re:Verse passage – Colossians 3:10-17 (day four)
This passage has a familiar picture in Paul’s theology…a transformed life. When we are in Christ, we are a new creation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” We cannot have Christ in our life and stay the same. His Spirit cannot abide with our old sinful self. His presence will produce Christ-likeness in us.
What do people see in your life? Are they seeing a transformed life or are they seeing a selfish, self-centered individual? Do they see compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience? If we are in Christ, the life that people see will look completely different than the life without Christ. The picture we paint to the world speaks volumes about where our life originates. To be ‘in Christ,’ will give us a whole new perspective on relationships, attitudes, and priorities. Where are you living?
