Introduction
Acts 2Colossians 3
Colossians 3:1-4Think and live for Christ and Heaven’s glory.Keep buried the life that was exposed to Satan.Anticipate His return and the glory that is to come.If Jesus is real to you, the main way people will see that is in your relationships with other people.Relationships
Matthew 5:13-48
Be a good influence (Matthew 5:13-16)You cannot out-worship a bad attitude.Do not mistreat believers (Matthew 5:21-26)Do not lust for another (Matthew 5:27-30)Loving others properly can help with lust.Do not divorce your spouse (Matthew 5:31-32)Be a person of integrity (Matthew 5:33-37)Do not return evil for evil (Matthew 5:38-42)Love even your enemies (Matthew 5:43-48)Ephesians 4:1-3
Colossians 3:5-4:6
Avoid sexual immorality (Colossians 3:3-7)A sin against God and othersTreat Christians properly (Colossians 3:8-16)Not with anger and meannessBut with compassion and loveEncouraging with thankfulnessEphesians 4:29Honor your family (Colossians 3:18-21)Loving them and the LordRespect authority roles (Colossians 3:22-4:1)Loving them and the LordInfluence people everywhere (Colossians 4:2-6)With wisdom and graceMatthew 7:13-14, 12
The context here is the golden rule!Treat others well!