Episode notes
By Pastor Jason Lim
The Christian is raised to new life with Jesus. He should then seek things above.This is not dreaming about some future streets of gold, but it is pursuing obedience to Christ in daily living today.According to Paul, it involves purity in life, unity in the church, order in the household, faithfulness in prayer and wisdom & graciousness in testimony.In Col 3:5-11, Paul begins with the call to purity in life. And one can do so when he remembers:
1.His Position
The Christian is a man set free from the rule of sin. So "be set free" is Paul's call. You have been uncaged! Step out of the prison of sin!
2.His Purpose
The Christian is a man who has a new heart that truly loves God. He obeys, but not to earn God's love (for that is legalism). He obeys because he loves God!
3.His Practice
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