Col 3:12 | MHM | STEP | Love Recommended Paul encourages the Colossians to live in love and compassion. He reminds them that being a Christian is not just about avoiding sin but also about actively doing good. They are called to reflect God’s love in their relationships with others by showing kindness, humility, patience, and forgiveness. These virtues are essential for living as God’s chosen people. v. 12 : Paul says, Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercy (Colossians 3:12 ). Christians are chosen by God, made holy, and deeply loved by Him. Because of this, they should live in a way that reflects their calling. Paul lists virtues they must “put on,” like clothing: compassion (showing mercy to those in need), kindness (a gentle and caring attitude), humility (thinking of others before oneself), meekness (being patient and gentle when wronged), and long-suffering (enduring difficulties and offenses without giving up).

‏ Colossians 3:12

Love Recommended

Paul encourages the Colossians to live in love and compassion. He reminds them that being a Christian is not just about avoiding sin but also about actively doing good. They are called to reflect God’s love in their relationships with others by showing kindness, humility, patience, and forgiveness. These virtues are essential for living as God’s chosen people.

v. 12: Paul says, Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercy (Colossians 3:12 ^a). Christians are chosen by God, made holy, and deeply loved by Him. Because of this, they should live in a way that reflects their calling. Paul lists virtues they must “put on,” like clothing: compassion (showing mercy to those in need), kindness (a gentle and caring attitude), humility (thinking of others before oneself), meekness (being patient and gentle when wronged), and long-suffering (enduring difficulties and offenses without giving up).