Colossians 3:12-13
“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.”

What does Colossians 3:12-13 mean?
Colossians 3:12-13 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel…
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When we read Colossians 3:12-13, we are confronted with a profound call to action: "Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before You, I humbly acknowledge the grace You have poured into my life. I stand before You as one of Your elect, chosen not because of my merits but because of Your immeasurable love and mercy. Lord, Your Word in Colossians 3:12-13 reminds me of my…
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