Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, Jesus is our example. Here’s what Jesus said: “You know that they who are recognized as rulers over the nations lord it over them … How then do you bear up when others treat you improperly, even cruelly? 1 thought on “ Clothed in Christ – Sermon on Colossians 3:12-17 ” Samuel Beja December 29, 2018 at 10:44 am. Colossians 3:14, KJV: "And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness." When sin is involved, forgiveness is not unconditional. At the end of the day, it’s God who forgives, not us. The result is that they retain control of themselves in meekness in order to do the Lord’s will and bring glory to His name, not to manipulate people for their own advantage. but whoever wants to become great among you shall be your servant … While Paul was grateful, he insisted that Onesimus return to his rightful owner. Keith had never been rappelling. Christian Virtues, Part 2: Living on a Higher Plane – Colossians 3:13. The goal in forgiving is not just an end of the conflict, but to also bring about the reconciliation of the relationships damaged by the conflict. Like Like Jesus paid the price for sin and offers forgiveness, but unless it is received, there is no reconciliation and the unbelie Will you use it? You go with a humble heart willing to suffer the loss or pay the price of the consequences of the other person’s sin so that you can offer forgiveness. He’s condescending, looking down with pity, perhaps, but not compassion. When someone hurts you, your natural tendency is to hurt them back, to avenge the wrongdoing, to get even. Then there’s the matter of forgiveness: “… forgiving each other … even as Christ forgave you.”. Wedding Sermon - Colossians 3:12-17/ Thayne James Giroux & Meagan Ann Grace Biss /Mount Olive Lutheran Church / Rev. In the book of Philippians Paul expands on this theme explaining how to be joyful in all circumstances for he was rejoicing even while he was unjustly in jail awaiting another trial. Kindness and humility describe the temper of mind of the new man. Ted A. Giese / Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must … What impressed me most were the letters Mr. Hunter wrote to the servicemen stationed overseas in World War II – personal letters he typed himself giving them news from back home while commending them for their patriotism and courage. Paul gives us a picture of this in 1 Corinthians 4:11-13 in which he explains some of the things he was suffering and his response to it. The Christian learns to be patient with all men (1 Thessalonians 5:14). We should take a very close look at where we are in our relationship with Him. Jan 17, 1999. Our lives are lived in the shadows of doubt and in the darkness of ignorance 4. They were not able to reconcile, but they were able to agree not to harm each other and they set up a pillar as a witness. This didn’t sound good. One of the great fallacies currently popular in some Christian circles is that forgiveness is unconditional and unilateral. Love and hate are generally accepted as opposites. Jesus’ answer to Peter’s question in Matthew 18:21-25 about how many times he should forgive someone was “seventy times seventy.” Jesus then went on to explain the proper response of being forgiven is to forgive. 2) Count how many times “forgive” is used. 1. John Piper Feb 11, 2007 579 Shares Sermon. Those who are sensitive to such offenses work harder at it, for they must consciously set aside the transgression. Young Children – draw a picture about something you hear during the sermon. He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love. Husbands, love your wives … The kids waved back. We immerse ourselves in Christian virtues so that others may easily identify us as those who belong to Christ. 7 Outlines . You then continue on with your life, always willing to try and reconcile again, knowing you have pleased the Lord. Let go of the line.” Keith said a prayer and released the line. 2. (If you would like to receive Pastor Harris’ weekly sermons via e-mail, Click Here), (If you would like to download the PowerPoint presentation for this sermon, Click here), (Greek words can be viewed with symbol font), Christian Virtues, Pt. 4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. It is our true love. The more your mind is controlled by the new man instead of the old selfish mindset and sinful habits, the easier it will be to view your circumstances according to God’s perspective instead of your own limited one. Colossians 3:14 NIV - And over all these virtues put on love, - Bible Gateway. Colossians 1:3-14 English Standard Version (ESV) Thanksgiving and Prayer. It is one thing to be stoic while suffering, but it is another to continue to be compassionate, kind, humble, gentle and patient with others in the midst of it. Without love, relationships are only something to be manipulated in order to achieve your own selfish desires, and there is no basis for true forgiveness in that. “You’ve got faith, don’t you?” Bob said, “Now’s your chance to prove it. Paul reminds us, “For we must all be revealed before the judgment seat of Christ; plaining about. 3:18ff contain specific exhortations as well, but of a different sort than those in 3:5-17. They are no longer treated as fellow Christians. Bearing with One Another – Colossians 3:13 (ajnecovmenoi ajllhvlwn / anechomenoi all l n). (845)-298-8481, Loving the Brethren, Living Your Life, Behavior Toward Outsiders – 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, God’s Will: Your Sanctification – 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, Extending Ministry – 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13. A Christian is one who stands shoulder to shoulder with the least and the lost, the down and the out; who identifies with those who are hurting and sees himself simply as “one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread.” (D. T. Niles). For that reason, the old man, the person we used to be, is to be laid aside for he has died and we are not to keep dragging that old corpse around with us any longer. Since God is always right, any conflict with Him requires us to confess our sins to Him and thereby receive His forgiveness and cleansing (1 John 1:9). Thank you ever so much for such an incisive and very challenging exposition of this passage that has sent me down on my knees in deep self examination and a new discovery of way of life in Christlikeness. PRACTICAL DUTY. What gives Christians the ability to behave so differently than non-Christians? That is why Dale Carnegie’s book “How to Win Friends and Influence People” became the most influential business book of the twentieth century. In Jesus Christ God has given us a light by which to live and by which to die B. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. It is done out of love for the one in sin in the same way that children are disciplined because we love them (Hebrews 12:4-11). It’s easy to talk the talk; where the rubber meets the road is when you walk the walk. James 4:1-3 tells us that the root of quarreling and conflict is our selfishness and envy. Kindness here is the desire to do good to others and is the opposite of malice. The Goal of Forgiveness. If your brother sins, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him. that God has sent his one and only Son into the world (1 Corinthians 13:1-13). John Piper Feb 11, 2007 579 Shares Sermon. 2009 is over. In effect, you absorb the wrong done and overlook it. It is why we treat those who are inferior in ability and accomplishments with genuine respect. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Repentance is a ________of mind resulting in a change of purpose & action, Salvation is unilateral / unconditional in that man does not seek it nor can he earn it, God must _______it, Forgiveness in salvation is not unilateral or unconditional in its __________________, Luke 24:46-47 – ____________ – Matthew 3:8; Acts 2:38, Acts 10:43 – _________ in the person and work of Jesus Christ, 1 John 1:9 – ____________ of sin – God is right and you are wrong, Put on the _______ man and follow the example of Jesus, ________parties in a conflict, offender and offended, are responsible before God to seek a reconciliation, Do all you can to reconcile and leave ____________ in God’s hands – Romans 12:18-21, Go with a _______________heart seeking to suffer the loss or pay the price so you can offer forgiveness, God has forgiven you much, ____________ can forgive others – Matthew 18:21-35, Follow the steps of Matthew 18:15-17; Galatians 6:1-4, Always leave the ___________ of forgiveness available – and then continue on with life, Grace Bible Church Home Page || Sermon Archives, For comments, please e-mail  Church office, Subscribe to Pastor Harris’ weekly Sermon Notes via email – Click Here, Grace Bible Church Need Sermon Hosting? Because of the Christian’s love for God, we seek out a relationship with Him and desire to remove any obstacle to that relationship. When someone hurts your feelings or does you wrong, the best response is to cut your losses and move on. The greatest of these is love.” In our study of Colossians 3 Paul has described the Christian as having died and been raised up with Christ with their life now hidden in Him in God (Colossians 3:1-2  See: Consequences of Life in Christ). But in sending him back, he urged Philemon not to punish him, but to receive him graciously, “no longer as a slave, but as a beloved brother.” (Philemon 1:16). There are many things we will suffer at the hands of others ranging from mildly irritating to severe persecution, yet in all of them we are to continue on in the virtues already talked about and go forward. Repentance, metanoevw / metanoeô, is a change in one’s mind or purpose with a change in action as a result. We put into action kindness and humility, and humility is an absolute necessity to bring about reconciliation and forgiveness. The Christian’s forgiveness of others must also be founded in love of God and others. Colossians 3:12-14 Andrew Hébert | October 17, 2017 Locate the Passage Like the previous paragraph, 3:12-14 is a paragraph of specific exhortation flowing out of the general exhortation in 3:1-4 … The word is used fifteen times in the New Testament with its intensity ranging from having to endure the ignorance and foolishness of others (Matthew 17:17) to persecution and affliction (2 Thessalonians 1:4). (Colossians 3:12-13). Until you’re willing to let go, it’s just talk.” With that, Keith took the line back in his right hand and rappelled safety down the mountain. Servants, obey in all things those who are your masters … For the Son of Man also came not to be served, but to serve, Trace out the steps of confrontation in Matthew 18:15-17. Hence the fawning over those they consider heroes and the celebrity culture that has developed. It is true that God’s forgiveness in salvation is certainly unilateral from the stand point of its offer, for man does not seek it on his own and apart from the work of the Holy Spirit, no man seeks after God at all (Rom. Bob said, “Keith, I want you to let go of your left hand and wave to me.” Keith took a deep breath and released his grip on the line. Seek those things which are above. and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:42-45). doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Put on the __________________and live for Christ, As those ________of God, holy and beloved, we are to be compassionate, kind, humble, gentle & patient, Non-Christians can feel compassion for those suffering, but Christians are to have this for their ________, The unregenerate desire good for those they like; believers desire good for all even those who _____them, Sinful people can be humble before a superior, Christians are ____________even with those inferior, Any one can learn to be courteous, but believers are gentle to please the ______, not to manipulate others, Non-Christians can be patient with those they love – and fear; Christians are to be patient with ________, These virtues are put into practice by _________ and divinely empowered, This adds to patience & long suffering the element of holding up against a thing and so to __________, We are not to let our circumstances and trial drag us ___________ – 1 Corinthians 4:11-13, Ephesians 4:1-3 – Forbearing is simply part of ___________in a manner worthy of Jesus’ calling of us, You can bear up when you have put on the new man to walk according to ____________ instead of self, Forgiving Each Other – Colossians 3:13 (carizovmenoi eJautoi'” / charidzomenoi heautois), The Need for Forgiveness – complaining & blaming have been a ___________human trait since the fall, Conflicts are _______________because they can arise from even simple difference of opinion & purpose, The root of quarreling and conflict is our ____________________ and envy – James 4:1-3, Foundations for Forgiveness – Forgiveness arises from the other virtues which are all founded on _____, Forgiveness “signifies the ________________ of the punishment due to sinful conduct” (Vines), God grants forgiveness as the outworking of His ____________ for us in Christ, The Goal of Forgiveness – bring about the reconciliation of the relationships damaged by ___________, ______________ is necessary to bring about forgiveness – Matthew 7:3-5; Galatians 6:1-5, Peace is not possible with all men, but we are to do ________________ to make it possible, Unilateral Forgiveness – Christians should _________be ready to forgive – Matthew 5:7; 6:15; 18:21-35, An individual can choose to ______________an offense – Proverbs 19:11; 17:14; 1 Peter 4:8; 1 Cor. This idea has taken root because it is partly true. That love was proven when Jesus died on the cross as the payment price needed to satisfy God’s justice. Let me quickly review the five virtues listed in verse 12 and point out the difference between them in the life of a believer who has put on the new man and an unbeliever or a Christian who is still walking in the memory of the old man. Questions to consider in discussing the sermon with others. This morning we come to the next three virtues; bearing with one another; forgiving each other and putting on love above all (Colossians 3:13-14). We Have Been Transferred From Slavery To Freedom 1. He laid down his life for the sins of the world in order that the world might be saved through him. There are steps to this confrontation. How then do you deal with people that irritate you or even do you wrong? How is the Christian to deal with complaining, both their own and that of others against them? Sermon on Colossians 3: 1-11. 14 And beyond all these things [put on] love, which is the perfect bond of unity. There was an eventual reconciliation, for Paul asks for Mark to be brought to him because he was of useful service (2 Timothy 4:11). Because their identity is now wrapped up in Jesus, they desire to follow the Lord’s example in their treatment of others. God has chosen us and made us holy and His beloved (See: Christian Virtues, Pt 1 – The Character of the Elect). As we stand here at the beginning of a New Year it is a good time to reflect on the year that is ending and look forward into the year that is soon to begin. 13:5, As the nature of an offense increases, the ability to unilaterally forgive ________________, Bilateral Forgiveness – a breakage in the relationship requires ____________ parties to be involved, Granting forgiveness does not mean forgiveness is accepted – leaving the relationship still ___________, Some conflicts may only resolve to an “agree to _____________”, Issues of Sin – Sin requires __________________ – Matthew 18:15; 1 Corinthians 5:1-8; Galatians 6:1, Step One: Confront to “win the brother” in ______________ if possible, or by personal means if not, Step Two: If no resolution, involve ______________ / mediators – Matthew 18:16; Galatians 6:1-4, Step Three: If no resolution, tell it to the ____________ – Matthew 18:17, Step Four: If no resolution, treat the sinning brother as a “____________ & tax gatherer”, When sin is involved, forgiveness _______________ be unconditional, Repentance – Luke 17:2-3. It is a quest for true peace and unity, not just the end of current hostilities. Define the five virtues listed in Colossians 3:12 and explain the difference in behavior between a Christian and an unbeliever or immature Christian in carrying them out. He is redeemed from sin and reconciled with the eternal God so that he might be holy and blameless (Colossians 1:14, 22  See: The Preeminence of Jesus Over the Church). God paid the price Himself in the bloody sacrificial death of Jesus on the cross (Matthew 26:28; Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:14). Ideally this should be in person (Matthew 18:15), but Paul had to do this by letter in 1 Corinthians 5. 11 To this present hour we are both hungry and thirsty, and are poorly clothed, and are roughly treated, and are homeless; 12 and we toil, working with our own hands; when we are reviled, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure; 13 when we are slandered, we try to conciliate; we have become as the scum of the world, the dregs of all things, [even] until now. If not, put it in God’s hands and let God set you free to get on with your life. If the conflict is causing your relationship to be strained and it is uncomfortable to be around the person, then you probably need to talk with them and try to work things out. There are people around that make going to the dentist for a root canal seem like a pleasurable alternative. Elizabeth Elliot, Olive Fleming, Mary Lou McCulley, Marge Saint and Barbara Youderian had their husbands murdered by the Auca Indians as they tried to make contact and establish a missions work among them. Introduction. Furthermore, God’s forgiveness means that we, too, must forgive those who have sinned … Introduction & Review. By Joe Stowell. He who doesn’t love doesn’t know God, for God is love. Unilateral Forgiveness. We are not to let our circumstances and trials drag us down. 2). Jesus addressed this issue in Matthew 7:3-5 when He commanded us to take the log out of our own eye before we tried to take the speck out of our brother’s eye. Paul and Barnabas got into a conflict that split their missions team over a difference of opinion about taking John Mark with them (Acts 15:38,39). Jacob and Laban in Genesis 31 are an example of this. THE PREFERENCE - Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. Others withhold forgiveness until the conditions they have set are satisfied which easily results in rationalizing forgiveness away. The forgiveness we enjoy from God in Christ Jesus has consequences for our lives. Paul’s circumstances were difficult and he was treated very poorly by others including those who were supposed to be fellow believers, yet his response was one that demonstrated that he had indeed been changed from Saul the persecutor into Paul the apostle of Christ. It is then left in their hands to repent and accept the offer to bring about the reconciliation. A nation in fighting, even if it wins the campaign, has to suffer, but he that overcomes by love is all the better and stronger for it. Christians are to walk in humility (Philippians 2:3-4; 1 Peter 5:5) and so be willing to forgive (Luke 17:3,4) resulting in peace and unity (Ephesians 4:3). I want to examine the unconditional and unilateral aspects to forgiveness first. Colossians 3:12-14 Wedding of Jason Vander Tuig & Alexis Koelewyn Your Scripture reading, Jason & Alexis, talks about clothing. Nothing stands in the way. What should the attitude be when confronting someone about sin? If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. Colossians 3 Sermon Illustrations - Our Daily Bread; Colossians 4 Sermon Illustrations ... Colossians 1:3-14 Kingdom Living . The word for complaint here (momfhv / momph ) means to find fault or blame, and that has been a universal characteristic of humans since the fall into sin in Genesis 3. For minor irritations you can choose to unconditionally and unilaterally forgive by overlooking them or covering them with love. I want to expand on this whole idea of forgiveness since it is so often misunderstood even within Christian circles going to both extremes. Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside … (Colossians 3:13, NIV) "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Scripture: Colossians 3:14-15, Ephesians 5:1-2. it shall not be so among you, It can take a lot to bear up in the midst of a conflict when someone is complaining about you, yet we are still to be patient and gentle in our response. Colossians 3:14: “Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Note four things: that each one may receive the things in the body, Humility allows more give and take between humans in the quest to find a resolution to the conflict that will then glorify our Lord. Here’s what you need to know: In Paul’s world, women had no rights of their own; children were at the mercy of their parents, particularly the father; slaves were just that – property to be worked and treated as their masters saw fit. 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