Col 3:8 | MHM | STEP | Necessity of Mortifying Sin In this section, Paul continues to teach the Colossians about putting sin to death. He explains that Christians are not only to avoid sinful actions but also sinful attitudes and words. These sins are contrary to the gospel and the new life in Christ. Paul reminds them that they must live in a way that reflects their transformation through Jesus. v. 8 : Paul commands, But now you also put off all these: anger, wrath, malice (Colossians 3:8 ). These are sinful emotions and attitudes that destroy relationships and are opposed to the gospel. Anger and wrath are harmful, but malice is even worse because it is a settled and deliberate desire to harm others. These emotions must be removed from a Christian’s life. Paul also warns against sins of speech, such as blasphemy , which here means speaking badly about others, and filthy communication , which refers to dirty or inappropriate language. These words come from a corrupt heart and can harm both the speaker and the listener. Christians must avoid such harmful speech.

‏ Colossians 3:8

Necessity of Mortifying Sin

In this section, Paul continues to teach the Colossians about putting sin to death. He explains that Christians are not only to avoid sinful actions but also sinful attitudes and words. These sins are contrary to the gospel and the new life in Christ. Paul reminds them that they must live in a way that reflects their transformation through Jesus.

v. 8: Paul commands, But now you also put off all these: anger, wrath, malice (Colossians 3:8 ^a). These are sinful emotions and attitudes that destroy relationships and are opposed to the gospel. Anger and wrath are harmful, but malice is even worse because it is a settled and deliberate desire to harm others. These emotions must be removed from a Christian’s life.

Paul also warns against sins of speech, such as blasphemy, which here means speaking badly about others, and filthy communication, which refers to dirty or inappropriate language. These words come from a corrupt heart and can harm both the speaker and the listener. Christians must avoid such harmful speech.