An Exposition of Colossians 3:1-4

Our obedience flows out of the relationship we have with God, which is

based upon his grace alone. But we can live below our calling. That’s why

we titled this Be who you are… it is a call to live in light of who the

Bible says you are, namely a saint, a child, a friend, an heir, a dearly

beloved one of God.

3 Characteristics of a Thriving Christian (Be Who You Are)

1. One who treasures Christ above all else (1-4)

2. One who mortifies sin upon seeing it for what it is (5-11)

3. One who models Christ magnifying him on earth (12-17)

Colossians 3:1–4 (ESV)—1 If then you have been raised with Christ,

seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right

hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things

that are on earth. 3 For you have died, and your life is hidden with

Christ in God. 4 When Christ who is your life appears, then you also

will appear with him in glory.