In Colossians 3:1-17, Paul urges believers to set their minds on things above, not on earthly desires. He calls us to put away our old sinful habits and embrace a new life in Christ, where we clothe ourselves in compassion, kindness, humility, patience, and love. As part of God’s chosen people, we are to live in harmony, letting the peace of Christ rule our hearts, while the word of Christ dwells richly in us. All we do should reflect gratitude to God, done in the name of Jesus.

This passage emphasises the transformation of life through faith and the importance of living as Christ’s representatives.