Christian Living: New Self vs Old Self

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What should believers put to death according to these teachings?

Good deeds and kindness

Their faith and trust in God

Earthly desires such as sexual immorality and covetousness (correct)

Compassion and love

Which of the following is emphasized as the greatest virtue that binds everything together?

Compassion

Patience

Kindness

Love (correct)

What transformation occurs in believers as stated in the content?

They achieve material success

They put on a new self, renewed in knowledge (correct)

They become physically strong

They abandon their faith

What is instructed regarding disputes among believers?

Forgive each other as the Lord forgave you Signup and view all the answers

How should believers express their gratitude during their activities?

In the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father Signup and view all the answers

What does being renewed in knowledge signify for believers?

A continuous improvement in moral behavior Signup and view all the answers

According to this teaching, how should believers approach their past sins?

By putting them to death and choosing a new path Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following qualities is described as essential for believers to embody?

Compassionate hearts and humility Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as the source of conflict under the old self?

Anger, malice, and slander Signup and view all the answers

What role does the peace of Christ play in the believers' community life?

It is meant to rule in their hearts collectively Signup and view all the answers

How is the concept of unity expressed among diverse groups of believers?

Through the belief that Christ is all and in all Signup and view all the answers

What does putting on love symbolize in the context of believers' relationships?

The foundation for perfect harmony among them Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to let the word of Christ dwell richly in believers?

To incorporate it into daily living and interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which attitude is encouraged towards grievances in the community of believers?

Forgive each other as a reflection of Christ's forgiveness Signup and view all the answers

How should believers conduct their actions, according to the teachings?

In the name of the Lord Jesus with gratitude Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Focus on Heavenly Things

Christians should set their minds on heavenly things, not earthly things.
We have died with Christ and our true life is hidden with Him in God.
When Christ, who is our life, appears, we will appear with Him in glory.

Putting Off the Old Self

We must put to death the earthly desires such as sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness as they are idolatry.
These things lead to God's wrath.
We must also put away anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk.
We should not lie to each other, as we have put off the old self with its practices.

Putting on the New Self

Christians have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.
This new self is marked by inclusion, where there is no distinction between Greek and Jew, circumcision and uncircumcision, barbarian, Scythian, slave, or free.
Christ is all and in all.

Characteristics of the New Self

Christians, as God's chosen ones, should put on compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.
They should be willing to bear with one another and forgive each other as the Lord has forgiven them.

Love as the Highest Virtue

Above all these qualities, Christians should put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.
The peace of Christ should rule in our hearts.
We should be thankful.

Living Out the New Life

The Word of Christ should dwell in our hearts richly, teaching and admonishing we to live out the new life.
We should sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in our hearts to God.
Whatever we do, in word or deed, should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.

Setting Your Mind on Things Above

Focus on heavenly things, not earthly desires.
You have died to your old life and are now hidden with Christ in God.
When Christ returns, you will be glorified with him.

Putting to Death What is Earthly

Eliminate sinful behavior: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desires, and covetousness (idolatry).
These actions invite God's wrath.
You used to live in these sins, but now you must put them away.

Putting on the New Self

Reject anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene language.
Be honest with each other and leave behind the old self and its practices.
Embrace the new self which is renewed in knowledge according to God's image.

Unity in Christ

In Christ there is no distinction between Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free.
Christ is all and in all.

Qualities of the New Self

As God's chosen ones, put on compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.
Be forgiving toward each other, just as Christ forgave you.

Love and Peace

Above all, put on love that binds everything together in perfect harmony.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.
Be thankful for God's blessings.

The Word of Christ

Let the word of Christ dwell richly in you, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom.
Sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with thankfulness to God.
Do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

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Explore the teachings on setting your mind on heavenly things and shedding the old self in favor of the new self as outlined in Christian faith. This quiz covers essential principles of Christian living, focusing on the transformative power of Christ in believers' lives.