Colossians 3:21 – The Good Life

Picture of a man sucking on a lemon (with a puckered face!)

Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.

Summary: This passage touches on a sensitive point for many people. Relationships are easy to break and hard to mend. Having a good relationship with God our Father is priceless. 

 I always find it interesting how the Bible speaks to us in different ways. 

Many people have fathers whom they love dearly. They are fathers who invest in their kids, set a good example in life, and are good husbands and role models. 

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Colossians 3:15a – A Big Deal

A woman opens the door to let her dogs in.

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts …

Summary: Paul shows us how to solve one of life’s greatest challenges, a lack of peace. All we need is Jesus. 

For some reason, this partial passage seems to cry out for a closer look, word by word. Let’s begin with the word “Let …”

In English, the word “let” is passive. When we “let” something happen, we “allow” it to take place. For example, if I “let the dog in,” I would open the door so the dog can come in. I don’t go out and chase the dog so I can drag it into the house — at least not in this situation. 

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