New Testament in a Year – Colossians 3

By Ron

September 10, 2024

Colossians, New Testament

Rules for Holy Living - Colossians 3:1-17

Where did Paul tell the Colossians to turn their attention? (3:1)
Where did Paul tell the believers to focus their concern? (3:2)
What was the Colossians’ security? (3:3)
Why should believers look forward to Christ’s return? (3:4)
What must die? (3:5)
What evil activities does God seek to eliminate from our lives? (3:5)
Why is God’s wrath coming? (3:5-6)
What had the Colossians taken off? (3:7-9)
What had the Colossians put on? (3:10)
What distinctions are removed in Christ? (3:11)
What virtues does God seek to plant in us? (3:12, 14)
How were the Colossian believers called to clothe themselves? (3:12-17)
Why did Paul call on the believers to be peaceful and thankful? (3:15-16)
What should we do? How? (3:17)
What is one principle that ought to guide everything we do? (3:17)

Which of God’s goals for holy living do you need to apply to your life this week?
How can you be more thankful and loving to those who are close to you?

What should wives do? (3:18)
What should husbands do? (3:19)
How should children respond to parents? (3:20)
Why does obedience to parents please the Lord? (3:20)
Of what do fathers need to be careful? (3:21)
How can children become discouraged? (3:21)
What directives did Paul give slaves? (3:22-25)
How were slaves called on to serve Christ? (3:23-24)
How would God mete out full justice in the master-slave relationship? (3:25)
What instructions did Paul give masters? (4:1)
What insight did Paul give masters? (4:1)

What is one way you can improve the way you treat each member of your family?
How can you have an attitude of service toward others in your work?