The Path to Unity: Part 2
Colossians 3:12b-15
Theme: Make unity a priority in our church
I. Know the foundational truths that motivate our unity (vv. 11-12a)
A. We overcome all earthly barriers in Christ
B. We are all chosen in Christ
C. We are all made holy in Christ
D. We are all deeply loved in Christ
II. Keep the commands that protect unity (vv. 12b-14)
A. Have Christ-like character
B. Have Christ-like forgiveness
C. Have Christ-like love
III. Submit yourself to the heart of unity (v. 15)
11 a renewal in which there is no distinction between Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and freeman, but Christ is all, and in all.
12 So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; 13 bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you. 14 Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.
Memorization verse: Colossians 3:1
Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.
Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.
