Unshaken Study - Week 3, Day 3: Colossians 3:12-17

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In this episode, we continue our exploration of rest and care, shifting our focus to how we can support loved ones facing health challenges. Colossians 3:12-17 provides profound guidance on embodying compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience—qualities essential for nurturing relationships during difficult times. This passage not only calls us to bear with each other and forgive one another but also to let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts and be thankful. As we reflect on these verses, let’s consider how these instructions can strengthen our ability to care for others who are struggling, reminding us that our interactions can be powerful expressions of love and support.

Week 3, Day 3: Supporting Loved Ones with Love and Compassion

Scripture Focus: Colossians 3:12-17

Colossians 3:12-17 teaches us about the virtues we should embody as God's chosen people—compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. These qualities help us support and nurture relationships, especially during difficult times. This passage emphasizes the importance of love, peace, and gratitude in our interactions, guiding us to be a source of strength and comfort for others.

Key Verses:

• "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience" (v.12).
• "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you" (v.13).
• "And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity" (v.14).
• "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful" (v.15).
• "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts" (v.16).
• "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him" (v.17).

Questions to Ponder:

1. Embodying Virtues: "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience" (v.12). How can you apply these virtues in your daily interactions with a loved one who is facing health challenges? Can you share a recent instance where embodying one of these traits made a difference?
2. Bearing with Each Other: Reflect on the command to bear with each other and forgive one another (v.13). How does this approach help in managing the stress and strain that can come from the health challenges of loved ones? What are some practical ways you can cultivate forgiveness and understanding in these situations?
3. The Role of Love: "And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity" (v.14). Discuss how love plays a role in supporting others through their health challenges. How does love influence your actions and decisions when caring for someone?
4. Maintaining Peace: The peace of Christ is meant to rule in our hearts (v.15). How can maintaining peace within yourself impact your ability to support others? What strategies can you use to ensure that you remain a calming and stabilizing presence for those in need?
5. Sharing Faith: "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly" (v.16). How can sharing your faith and the truths of Scripture provide comfort and encouragement to those experiencing health challenges? Consider ways you might integrate spiritual encouragement into your support efforts.

Conclusion:

Join us as we delve into Colossians 3:12-17, learning how to support our loved ones through health challenges with compassion, kindness, and love. Let’s embrace the peace of Christ, embody these virtues, and offer our support and care as powerful expressions of love and faith.

Resources Mentioned:

• Order Unshaken: Faith-Filled Responses to Health Challenges

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