In this message on Colossians 3, the pastor emphasizes that our identity as believers is now hidden in Christ, and because of that, we are called to live differently. The passage marks a shift from what God has done for us (chapters 1–2) to how we are to respond (chapter 3). Salvation is God’s work alone, but sanctification—our growth in holiness—involves active participation. Believers are instructed to “seek the things above” and “set their minds on things above,” meaning we must redirect both our desires and our thoughts toward eternal, spiritual priorities instead of earthly ones. Living with a heavenly mindset keeps us grounded in the truth that our lives belong to Christ, and we will appear with Him in glory when He returns.
The second focus is a strong exhortation to put sin to death. Paul lists destructive behaviors such as sexual immorality, impurity, and greed, reminding us these are not mere struggles but sins that grieve God and deserve judgment. Though we are saved by grace, we are not to take sin lightly; instead, we’re called to walk in obedience, empowered by the Holy Spirit. The message closes with a reminder that spiritual growth is a process, and God’s grace enables both forgiveness and transformation. Our motivation to pursue holiness comes from the truth that Christ is our life, and we are to live now in light of our future with Him.
