Dayy 7 - Sabbath - Saturday - Connect the Testaments: A One-Year Daily Devotional with Bible Reading Plan - Logos
December 4: Put Off, Put On Jeremiah 6:1–7:29; Colossians 3:1–17 ; Proverbs 12:1–28 We often hear that being a good Christian means not doing bad stuff. This statement is true—but not exhaustive. In Colossians 3, Paul says, “Therefore put to death what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustful passion, evil desire, and greediness, which is idolatry” (Col 3:5). He then lists other inappropriate behaviors: “anger, rage, wickedness, slander, abusive language” (Col 3:8). And he also lists new behaviors we need to “put on,” like “affection, compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience” (Col 3:12). From this, we can gather that, as Christians, our lives should look different. But is there more to this command than certain behaviors? We’re not supposed to put on new behaviors simply so that we can have polished, admirable lives. Colossians 3 opens with a statement: “Therefore, if you have been raised together with Christ, seek the things above, where Chr...