Day 5

By God's grace, we can change and grow. Growth involves not only turning from what is wrong but also turning towards what is right. It is a continual process of choosing to obey. As we conclude week 1 of the 20 day challenge, Colossians 3 focuses on putting off sinful habits and putting on godly characteristics (v. 1-17). When we do this, we can then fully live in relationship with others in a way that pleases God (v. 18-25).

Evaluate:

• In what ways have you see growth in your walk with God? Want to learn more? Check out the 10 Basic Steps Toward Christian Maturity in the additional resources as a tool in your walk with God.

Reflect:

• As you read Colossians 3, a great prayer to ask is found in Psalm 139:23-24
  • "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.
    See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting."
  • Pray and ask God to show you areas that need to grow and change.
• To become the right person and grow, are there sinful habits that you need to put off?
• To become the right person and grow, are there godly actions that you need to start?

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