Paul instructs us to remain sexually pure and to mind our own business as we strive to live for the glory and majesty of God. It's our Christian duty to follow these instructions.

Paul told the church in Thessalonica that she encouraged him and his companions as she walked steadfastly with the Lord. We need to hear a similar word of affirmation today. Let us walk together in grace, building one another up, worshipping our God, and glorying in his name.

Christians are persecuted by those who hate God and his people. Paul gives us the proper perspective for understanding this persecution. Thankfully, our God will pour out His wrath upon those who hate him and his people.

Paul and his companions sought to please God with their gospel ministry, and God saw fit to bless their efforts. We must have the same mindset while proclaiming Christ to the lost world.

When our lives are transformed by the gospel, we give reason for folks to thank God for his work in our lives. We also testify to his power to transform us in Christ for his glory.

Paul concluded his letter to the Colossians with some final instructions for them to follow. We'd do well to follow his advice as well. He also ensured they knew he wrote the letter.

How are we to live for Christ every day? Great question. Paul answers it at the end of Col. 3. Relationally, we glorify God by following his prescribed order.

We are to put on the characteristics of God as we put away our old selves. We have to learn to embody the love of God.

If we are new in Christ Jesus, then we are to put away the desires of the old self and its flesh. Paul gives specific instructions for how to do that in these verses.

If we are raised with Christ in faith, then we are to seek the things of God by setting our minds on the things of heaven, not earth.