Colossians – Chapter 3
Colossians 3:1 says, “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.” Through baptism you are resurrected because of your belief in Christ Jesus. Now look to Father God Almighty for your increase of knowledge and blessings, all through Christ Jesus in whose name we pray. Stop looking to those things you can see, feel and touch, your pulpits gurus as well since none of these things or people can bring about your salvation or eternal life; only Christ Jesus can. Our Lord sits at the right hand of His Father and is our Intercessor to Almighty God [Romans – Chapter 8 {34}] since that veil of separation was rent from top to bottom when our Lord was crucified and rose from the grave.
Colossians 3:2 says, “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.” “Affection” means “to have understanding, be wise {within your mind}.” Meditate on the love of our Father God and Christ Jesus, study to show yourself approved and meditate on those truths so they are engraved within your heart and mind with understanding. We are only passing through this Flesh or Second Earth Age and you do not want to become a part of the wickedness that is bred with the weakness of the flesh. Your life, your soul belongs to Father and He created all to bring Him pleasure [Revelation – Chapter 4 {11}].
Colossians 3:3 says, “For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” There is eternal life with Father God through Christ Jesus only. While we exist and must live in this world, that does not mean we have to be a part of it, meaning those things that are evil and wicked, anything that causes you to drift away from our Father’s love, as in allowing pulpits gurus to become the focus of your life wherein your spiritual self is pulled down low and away from the pure love of Father God Almighty. Let your light so shine as is evidenced in the “Book of Life” which is Heaven with Father God and tells the story of your living in this flesh and let it demonstrate by your words, deeds and actions love for He who created all souls for His good pleasure, “YAHOVAH, Father God Almighty.”
Colossians 3:4 says, “When Christ, [who is] our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.” It is through Christ Jesus that all receive eternal life. When Christ Jesus returns to this earth at the Seventh Trump {Seal, Vial} as “King of kings and Lord of lords [Revelation Chapters 14 & 15]”, it will be the very elect, having the seal of truth within their minds, never having been deceived by or bowed down before the first/false christ who is satan [Sixth Seal/Trump/Vial - [Revelation – Chapters 9 & 10 – Witnesses Murdered
Colossians 3:5 says, “Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:” “Mortify” means “deprive of power, destroy the strength of – the spiritually dead; liable to die.” Those full of the ways of the world doing all kinds of evil and wickedness, giving in to the lusts and desires of the flesh, serving religious things that bring about revered idolatry will all cause you to turn away from the love of Father God Almighty. Therefore, let the fleshly things that keep you from the path Christ Jesus taught you to walk on which leads you to the light of eternal life, die. You do not want especially any form of idolatry within your life and false teachings from the Biblically illiterate will surely draw you in to that blasphemous living.
Colossians 3:6 says, “For which things' sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience:” You are either walking with Father God through Christ Jesus or you are against our LORD believing in the doctrines and traditions of men which keep you from a path of obedience. When you are with Father you will receive His blessings as you now live, through the Millennial Kingdom teaching, and wear that garb of your righteous acts throughout the Eternity. If you are disobedient as you now live, which means you are void of His Truths and bow a knee to the first/false christ because of this ignorance, you will be under that cup of Father’s wrath which shall be poured out by Christ Jesus at the appointed time, which is discipline and chastisement to bring about correction. So stay away from those who are self-righteous hypocrites, churches flooding with them, and be under the veil of truth by receiving a seed planted, studying to show yourself approved and receiving the blessing of understanding only Father God can give through Christ Jesus when you seek, ask and knock.
Colossians 3:7 says, “In the which ye also walked some time, when ye lived in them.” All, even the very elect at one time walked in the spiritual ignorance most of the people of this world are a part of now. The difference is however, chosen before the foundation of this Flesh or Second Earth Age, when a truth was heard, it was accepted, and that one reached out to Father for the increase of understanding only He can give and never looked back. The very elect have sense enough to separate themselves from the folly demonstrated in houses of “Beth-aven [satan – house of emptiness, nothingness, vanity]”, and plant their feet on the solid foundation of the “House of Bethel {house of God – as the churches of Smyrna and Philadelphia} who is Christ Jesus, our Living Word.” The very elect are not perfect because of these truths and this is why we constantly thank our Father God who has given all salvation and repentance through Christ Jesus when we fall short, and as surely as there is breath in the flesh, all will fall short since flesh is doomed to sin.
Colossians 3:8 says, “But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth.” Father God wants His children to enjoy this life we are living in the flesh, however never forget we are passing through this Age to chose to love and follow Father God or to follow satan who is the son of perdition. Love, peace, faithfulness, joy and rest within your spiritual self are all found through Christ Jesus. If you have anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication within your spirit it is because you are away from Father God and your spiritual self is tormented and having unrest since you are communing with satan.
Colossians 3:9 says, “Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;” Truth, which is having understanding of Father’s Word, comes from the hearts and minds of those who are a part of the many-membered body of Christ Jesus. When you study and receive the increase of understanding from Father God, you shed your spirit of the “old man which is the lies of doctrines and traditions of men/false teachings.” Deliberate falsehoods and deceiving by lies are for those who have a spirit inclined to the things of this world which means they are communing with evil and wicked deeds which is of satan, loving babble and confusion.
Colossians 3:10 says, “”And have put on the new [man], which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him: Putting on “the new man” means you have a “rejuvenated spirit in Christ Jesus {truth}.” “Christ is Emmanuel {God with us}”, therefore if you have seen the Son you have seen our Father as Christ Jesus taught in John – Chapter 14 {9 & 10}. Through our Lord who sacrificed His Perfect Self on the cross at Calvary, all can now come to salvation and repentance and become as a new lump unto our LORD, having cleansed yourself from all those things that offend, finding rest {Christ Jesus} in the many-membered body of Christ Jesus.
Colossians 3:11 says, “Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond [nor] free: but Christ [is] all, and in all.” No matter how bad, wicked or evil you may have been, whenever you come to believe in our Lord Jesus Christ accepting Him, repenting of your sins before the Throne of Father God Almighty, you become a part of the many-membered body of Christ Jesus, His family, knowing faithfully that He is our “All in All.” There is no good thing in life you can do without Father God Almighty and His Beloved Son Christ Jesus.
Colossians 3:12 says, “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;” The very elect understand those events that shall consummate the end of this Flesh of Second Earth Age and anxiously await, praying faithfully for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ as “King of kings and Lord of lords.” While waiting patiently, there is much work to be done in the field which is the world since there are many false teachings permeating the minds of those calling themselves christians and otherwise. Father God is longsuffering {patient} [II Peter – Chapter 3 {9}] because He wants all of His children whom He loves to come unto the Light of Truth, our Living Word who is Christ Jesus. Father is giving mankind the opportunity to put away foolish things [doctrines and traditions of men] and seek the truth while it may be found and He expects His election to have a heart of good will as they continue to plant those seeds of truth wherever they may be found.
Colossians 3:13 says, “Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye.” “Forebearing” means to “hold up one another.” Our walk in the flesh is not perfect and there will be times of quarrels, misunderstandings, times when you just cannot get along with someone or people in your life. Seek forgiveness from Father God through Christ Jesus, forgive yourself and ask forgiveness from whomever you have offended. Father God will always forgive a pure heart who goes on and tries to do and live better; according to His Word. People however may not be so forgiving. Therefore use common sense and if you cannot get along with them and have done all good things to resolve, then move on, kick the dust and let Christ lead, guide, direct and heal you, them and the situation, as you continue in faithful prayer as well.Let no one cause you separate yourself from the love of Father God wherein your spiritual values in Christ Jesus are compromised.
Colossians 3:14 says, “And above all these things [put on] charity, which is the bond of perfectness.” “Charity is “love, good will.” “Perfectness” is “moral and spiritual completeness.” Love can be a very misunderstood emotion. This is why it is so important to have that necessary bond with Christ Jesus wherein your spiritual self communes with the Spirit of Father God Almighty who leads you into spiritual completeness. Father God shows His love for all of His children consistently, never-ending and this is why He intercedes in your life if you belong to Him, having understanding of the True Word, or at least seeking that truth, which means you have removed yourself from the doctrines and traditions of men that keep you locked in babble and confusion. Even if you are not on the path of Christ Jesus, you are still Father’s children and because of His great love for you our LORD will, just as He does with His election, forgive when you repent from a true heart and discipline when necessary.
Colossians 3:15 says, “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.” Take time in your daily life to commune spiritually, heart to heart with Father God in prayer and conversation. It is through our Father that you receive blessings of love, peace, joy, happiness, protection, comfort and rest through Christ Jesus. Our LORD gives each of His children gifts and it is by and through these gifts the many-membered Body of Christ Jesus is made up. There is no greater gift anyone can receive than having understanding of Father’s Word for which your heart always should be thankful to receive the blessing of that knowledge.
Colossians 3:16 says, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” “Admonishing” means “warn, exhort {encourage}.” Studying Father’s Word so you have understanding of His Truths, which means that truth “dwells” within you through Christ Jesus and the blessing of the Holy Spirit you are able to share that wisdom while planting seeds of truth. When another is coming to truth, that knowledge you have from faithful study allows you to help them by answering questions one may ask as they are seeking understanding of Father’s Word as well. Sharing your gift is what brings spiritual harmony into the many-membered Body of Christ Jesus which greatly pleases our LORD since it brings Him pleasure; a sweet melody to His ears.
Colossians 3:17 says, “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, [do] all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” When you pray, speak with Father God, always do so in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ who sits at the right hand of Father God and is our Intercessor to Almighty God. When we pray in this manner, Father knows that we believe in His Beloved Son, our Living Word, in whom He is well pleased.
Colossians 3:18 says, “Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord.” This is taught as well in Matthew 19:5 & 6 which says, “And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh?” “Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.” When a man and woman are joined through the birth of a child or through our civil laws of marriage one to another, that man and woman become as one spiritually under the Light of Christ Jesus through our Father God and it is their responsibility to not allow anyone to separate them. If there is a separation, Father God and He only is the judge and jury as He leads, guides and directs that decision, and that man and woman should seek forgiveness before the Throne of Almighty God through repentance, forgive themselves and each other in the blessed Name of Jesus and go on with their lives.
Colossians 3:19 says, “Husbands, love [your] wives, and be not bitter against them.” When you are joined together in one flesh, love is pleasing and what brings one delight should bring delight to the other as well. It is important to remember that leaving Father God out of your union will allow worldly things to step in and when that happens you can be assured there will be indignation, annoyances one toward another. Again, being in the flesh life will not be perfect, however when you are standing on our Rock who is Christ Jesus, peace will always prevail over chaos, as will common sense if you come to the realization the union is not evenly yoked.
Colossians 3:20 says, “Children, obey [your] parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.” Father wants parents to raise their children as is taught in Proverbs – Chapter 22 {6} which says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” When children become of the age of understanding {accountability}, they are expected, in order to be pleasing to Father God, to listen to their parents who must be versed in Father’s Word as well, so they mature spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally to understand Father’s Truths, be under His veil of protection and receive blessings only our LORD can provide.
Colossians 3:21 says, “Fathers, provoke not your children [to anger], lest they be discouraged.” Encourage your children with love and spiritual things since the worldly things are always present in their daily living. Let your children know they are loved and you want to care for them, that they are of good character and never let your child feel they are worthless, of no good, having no ability to learn and achieve. Children are bright and it is the responsibility of the parent to talk with them, patiently, always explaining the reasons for actions being taken. Never chastise a child in anger and when it is time for chastisement, be sure there is understanding of why this action is necessary, all things accomplished in love. You want your children to be grateful for their upbringing. Father God is mankind’s Parent and all things He does is because of great love for us and our LORD gave us a whole Word of “who, what, when, where and why.”
Colossians 3:22 says, “Servants, obey in all things [your] masters according to the flesh; not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but in singleness of heart, fearing God:” “Fearing” means “revering, loving Almighty God.” When Father blesses you with a job to take care of your needs and the family, do not be a slacker having that get over mentality. Give a day’s work for a day’s pay. Show your good character and thankfulness to Father God who makes all things possible when you love Him and are obedient to His Word through Christ Jesus. Rest assured that people around you can always see something in one who has a grateful spirit in Father God because nothing they do that is harmful to you can cause you to stumble without Father lifting you right back up. It is best that they watch their own footing when messing with Father’s election.
Colossians 3:23 says, “And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;” Always remember that while you have an employer, you are working for Father God who makes your blessings possible and this should cause you to find peace within and love our LORD endlessly. Father God is directing you on how to be successful which does not mean you will be rich; it means you will have what you need. When having what you need comes from the blessings of Father God you are far richer than any dollar sign in anyone’s bank account. Father has promised never to leave or forsake His children and He always takes care of His own. When you are in the service of Father God, doing His will, studying His Word, being a part of His perfect plan, there is no individual that can pull you from the veil of protection Father keeps over you.
Colossians 3:24 says, “Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” We are passing through this Flesh or Second Earth Age and have no true interest in the riches of this world since not one thing, not one penny shall go with any individual into the Eternal Age. However, Father God sees to His children having what they need and expects all things given to be managed wisely. Father’s children, His election know that they are living and doing His will as we live in the Flesh and are being blessed day and night just as Father promised. Our LORD also promised there will be an even greater inheritance within the Eternal Age of His Kingdom to all who serve Him mightily, according to His perfect plan and will, through Christ Jesus [Revelation – Chapter 7].
Colossians 3:25 says, “But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons.” Father God is fair and everyone gets what they are deserving of which means “you reap what you sow.” If you never bother to study Father’s Word and allow yourself to be deceived by satan at the appointed time, you receive what you deserve when Christ Jesus returns and through the Eternal Kingdom. If you are working in the field which is the world for Father God, planting seeds of truth you have learned along the way to any who will receive them, you will obtain the blessings of Father God multiplied many times over throughout the Eternity, as well as while walking in the flesh. The course you chose is of your own doing. Father has given His Word for all to partake of and if you are too busy, too pre-occupied, very self-absorbed in playing church and following your pulpit guru, you will get what you deserve, multiplied as well. While Father God may “not be a respecter of persons”, He surely knows who His election are and that He can count on them to do His will, knowing when they fall short to seek repentance through Christ Jesus, shake off the dust, and continue do the “will of our LORD God Almighty, Faithful and True.”
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