The power of practical living)

I. The New Life in Christ - vv. 1-4

1. Once raised with Christ - v. 1a

2. Start seeking - v. 1b

3. Position of Christ - v. 1c

4. Heavenly mindset - vv. 2-4

II. The Old Life in Adam - vv. 5-11

1. Kill the sin within - v. 5

2. Take seriously the consequences - v. 6

3. The Past is a problem - vv. 7-8

4. Do not lie to one another - v. 9

5. Honor God’s Image - vv. 10-12

6. Bearing with one another (forgiveness) - v. 13

7. Love one another (unity) - v. 14 

8. The Peace of Christ Rule (unity) - v. 15

9. The Word of God Dwell (richly) - v. 16-17

10. Teaching one another 

11. Admonishing one another 

In all Wisdom (not folly) 

The Motive (in the Name of)

The Attitude (gratitude)