◄ Colossians 3:7 ►
When you lived among them, you also used to walk in these ways. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Colossians 3:7? 2. How does Colossians 3:7 challenge your past lifestyle choices? 3. What does "you once walked" reveal about transformation in Christ? 4. How can Colossians 3:7 guide repentance and spiritual growth? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize turning away from sinful behaviors? 6. How can you apply Colossians 3:7 to daily decision-making? 7. What does Colossians 3:7 reveal about our past sinful nature and transformation in Christ? 8. How does Colossians 3:7 challenge believers to reflect on their previous lifestyle choices? 9. In what ways does Colossians 3:7 emphasize the importance of leaving behind sinful behaviors? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Colossians 3? 11. How can we work effectively during the day? 12. Psalm 128:5-6 envisions a long life and seeing future generations--what about believers who die young or never have descendants? 13. How does 1 Corinthians 13:13 declare love as the greatest virtue, when other passages elevate faith or obedience above everything else? 14. What does 'Walk in God's Ways' mean? Discussion Questions 1. What specific behaviors or attitudes from your past do you need to leave behind to fully embrace your new life in Christ? 2. How does understanding your past help you appreciate the transformation that comes through faith in Jesus? 3. In what ways can you actively demonstrate the change that has occurred in your life since becoming a believer? 4. How can your church community support you in living out your new identity in Christ? 5. What steps can you take to ensure that you are continually growing in your faith and aligning your life with biblical teachings? Colossians 3 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the concept of "dying to the old self" apply to your life today? 2. Reflect on the virtues listed in verses 12-14. Which of these do you struggle with the most? How can you practice these more intentionally? 3. How does Paul's guidance on focusing on "things above" influence your perspective on material possessions and earthly desires? 4. In verse 11, Paul emphasizes equality in Christ. How does this teaching affect your understanding of social or racial divisions? 5. How can you let the peace of Christ rule in your heart in situations of conflict or stress? 6. How can the command to "forgive as the Lord forgave you" be applied in a situation where you've been deeply hurt? 7. Reflect on the role of gratitude in your life. How can you "sing to God with gratitude in your hearts" in your daily routine? 8. In the context of verses 18-25, discuss how you can maintain a balanced, Christ-centered relationship within your family. 9. How do you interpret Paul's instruction to slaves in the context of modern work relationships? 10. How can you make your work a form of worship, as suggested in verse 23? 11. What does it mean for your life to be "hidden with Christ in God"? 12. What challenges do you face when trying to live according to the ideals outlined in this chapter? 13. How does the idea of Christ's return influence your daily actions and long-term goals? 14. How can Paul's teachings in Colossians 3 guide you in making ethical decisions? 15. How does the unity in love expressed in this chapter influence your understanding of community? 16. How can the instruction "whatever you do, do it in the name of the Lord Jesus" (v.17) be applied in your everyday tasks? 17. How does understanding that "there is no favoritism" with God (v.25) impact your view of justice and fairness? 18. Discuss the implications of the statement "Christ is all, and is in all" (v.11) for your understanding of the divine presence. 19. How might the advice about family relationships in this chapter apply differently in various cultural contexts? 20. How can the church today take Paul's teachings in this chapter and apply them to the societal issues we face? Links Colossians 3:7 NIV Colossians 3:7 NLT Colossians 3:7 ESV Colossians 3:7 NASB Colossians 3:7 KJV Colossians 3:7 Commentaries Bible Hub