Colossians 3:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Colossians 3:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Colossians 3:8 is a verse from the book of Colossians in the New Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
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Cross-References for Colossians 3:8
“to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
Shares the theme of putting off the old self.
“Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry.”
Similar instruction to put away sin.
“Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.”
Shares the theme of getting rid of evil.
“Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind.”
Instruction to rid oneself of negative behaviors.
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.”
Lists similar vices to put away.
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