What should Christians look like? What should ‘Church’ look like? According to the Bible’s understanding of ‘Church’, it is not a denominational or organisational structure, a hierarchy of power, or even a building. It is people. If we want to see what ‘Church’ ought to look like, we should look to see what ‘Christians’ should look like. In Colossians 3:12-17, Paul shows us what Christians ought to look like on the outside, how they should be on the inside, and how they should do everything. Outside Christians should put on, like clothing, the qualities of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience (Colossians 3:12). Also, forgiveness (Colossians 3:13). And above all, love (Colossians 3:14). Inside In our hearts, Christians ought to be filled with peace, and thankfulness to God (Colossians 3:15). Also, the Word of God (the Bible) should fill our hearts, as should praise through singing spiritual songs and hymns (Colossians 3:16). All around And in all situations, Christians should do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. That means not just tagging on the phrase “in Jesus’ name” to the end of prayers, but depending on Jesus for strength to cope and do everything that he calls us to do, giving him the glory for whatever good we do, and asking forgiveness for our sins because of his atonement for our sins on the cross. These are challenging standards, but ones that are possible, when relying on the strength of the Holy Spirit instead of ourselves, and trusting in the atonement of Jesus for our sins when we fail to do what we ought to (1 John 1:7-9).