Living as God’s Chosen Children

 Living as God’s Chosen Children

Colossians 3:12 (NIV)

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.

Paul in Colossians 3:12 calls us as God’s chosen children to clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. He reminds us of our identity in Christ: God’s chosen, holy, and beloved. This identity is foundational because it underscores that the actions called for are not to earn God’s love but flow out of it. Knowing that we are loved by God motivates us to embody His character in the world.

Just as we would not leave home physically undressed, we should not go out into the world spiritually unprepared. Paul reminds us that living as God’s chosen people means not just knowing who we are, but also showing it through our actions, embodying the love and character of Christ in everything we do. We must show compassion for other, reflecting God’s care. Compassion allows us to see others with the eyes of Christ, feeling their pain and struggles. Kindness, meanwhile, is the action that follows. It is love in motion, small acts that can make a significant impact. Be kind, showing love in tangible ways. We must be Humble and gentle. Humility acknowledges that we are all equal before God. It is about laying aside pride and serving others selflessly. Gentleness does not imply weakness but strength under control, responding to others with grace rather than harshness.

Be Patient, which is endurance and grace in the face of challenges and difficult people. Patience reflects trust in God’s timing and a willingness to bear with others in love, even when it is challenging.

As you reflect on this verse be reminded that living as God’s chosen people means not just knowing who we are but also showing it through our actions, embodying the love and character of Christ in everything we do. As you go through your day, consciously practice one of these virtues in your interactions. Reflect at the end of the day on how it impacted you and those around you.

 

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