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The household worthy of respect. Colossians 3:18 – 4:1. Behind the front door?. Christ in our characters (3:5-17) and Christ in our relationships (3:18ff). We no longer live for ourselves but for Christ, and consequently, in service to others, beginning with our own households.
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The household worthy of respect Colossians 3:18 – 4:1
Christ in our characters (3:5-17) and Christ in our relationships (3:18ff)
We no longer live for ourselves but for Christ, and consequently, in service to others, beginning with our own households
Wives to husbands (3:18) Standing in right relationship Voluntarily Not coerced Fitting in the Lord A two way street
Husbands to wives (3:19) Self sacrifice Directly connected with the character, attitudes and behaviour of Jesus
Parents and children (3:20-21 Like Jesus Obedience doesn’t stunt growth but develops character Encouragement is the key
Masters and servants (3:22ff) Work is worship Work is meant to be rewarding Work should dignify Justice We all have the same Master