They let go of their old sinful person and assumed the role of a new person guided by the Holy Spirit. May the Lord do his transforming work in each of us. To forbear is not only freely to forgive, but to meet half way, with extended hand (E. T. E. Colossians 3:13. But we have to grow and develop the way that God has determined.. not by reforming, refining or repairing the old nature through self-effort, but by yielding our new self to the Holy Spirit - so that He works in us and transforms that new life into the image and likeness of Jesus. (Colossians 3:17, NIV) References Sanctification is a continual growth in Christ-likeness which is not accidental but associated intimately with our intake of and obedience to the Word of Truth. Comment: God literally clothed Adam and Eve, but in comparison NT figurative uses of enduo (e.g., Gal 3:27-note "have clothed yourselves with Christ") seems to represent a foreshadowing of God's provision of the covering (atonement) of Christ for any of Adam's sinful spiritual children (which is all mankind) who by grace express a personal belief in Christ Jesus, trusting wholly in Him as their propitiatory sacrifice. Victor, see a fascinating biographical summary of Simeon by Dr John Piper, MAN’S ORIGINAL AND PRESENT STATE Eccl 7:29, Sermons from the Epistle to the Colossians, Click here for discussion of the three Tenses of Salvation, Hendriksen, W., & Kistemaker, S. J. NT Commentary Set. Colossians 3:10 "And have put on the new [man], which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:" “The new man” is the person one becomes after conversion: he possesses a new nature, values, aspirations, and a new life-style. He glorifies Christ in the believer. We have put on the new self and it is this new life and not the old sin nature that is being renewed day by day by the Spirit. The passive voice indicates we are being acted upon by an outside power, the context indicating that it is the supernatural power of God, the Holy Spirit Who sanctifies us. He sees us in Christ's righteousness - the theologians refer to this as positional truth = past tense salvation = justification. Then he told us what kind of uniform we are to "put on" (Col 3:12, 13, 14-note). Instead of concentrating on the sins we want to avoid, we are told to focus on the positive actions Christ desires for us. God’s purpose is that this new man should always be growing more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ (Ed note: Practical sanctificaition). On his conversion, he knew that everything must now be different - he thought of the way he had treated his family; he decided that he must leave his wretched hovel of a house, and find a decent home for them. (2Chr 6:41), Bless the LORD, O my soul! 3:11 Here there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave 2 or free, but Christ is all and in all. So even as a baby is born a complete human being in one sense, it still manifests the capacity for continual growth, even as newborn believers manifest the innate God given capacity (and need) for spiritual growth (cp 1Pe 2:2-note = the new birth creates a new appetite and requires a new diet to renew our mind! How blessed are we in the NT to be the Lord's priests clothed with the robes of righteousness of Christ. Colossians 3:10 Translation & Meaning. KJ21. What you wear makes a big difference. (Ro 13:14-note). All believers have been irrevocably, intimately united with Christ at the moment of salvation (past tense salvation = positional sanctification = justification = the new birth). “Submission” is … It is intensive, life-changing knowledge that shapes the way you live your life according to the pattern found in Christ. Note that there are two closely related Greek words for "new", neos and kainos. This is a continuous process; the new man has not yet matured and is ever in the state of development. Is not life more than food, and the body than clothing? This restoration will be fully completed when we see Christ face to face. You must always take off the old dirty clothes before putting on the new clean clothes. He is our example and the rule of our lives. He was often addressed as "Sir." and have put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him--. “The peace of God” The Greek word “peace” here refers to both the call of God to salvation and consequent peace with Him (see note on Rom. 28:41; 29:5, 8, 30; 40:13f; Lev. Faithful is He who calls you, and He also will bring it to pass. Just then he wasn't dressing the part. See above for our need for the Spirit's enabling power.) (Hendriksen, W., & Kistemaker, S. J. NT Commentary Set. (Mt 26:29). But experience teaches us that a pilot who keeps his eye on the hazard will sooner or later hit it dead center. To come to be "in Him" is thus to "put on (Him as) the New Man," in sharing His acceptance and His life and power. Epignosis is not ascribed to God in the New Testament, neither could it with propriety. This is the new being which God, its Creator, is constantly renewing in his own image, in order to bring you to a full knowledge of himself. He was a living commentary on the majesty and purity of the Divine law. (Eph 6:14- note), Every believer has put on the breastplate of righteousness when by faith they received Christ and were reckoned righteousness before God. Colossians 3:12-21 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: ... Colossian Christians that they have “put off the old man with his doings, and have put on the new man” (3:9b-10)—meaning that, when they became Christians, they became new people. Colossians 3:12 So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; Genesis 1:26-27 We must read the Word and ask God to to renew our minds through the Spirit. Colossians 3:10 . He witnesses to the power of the grace of Christ in its influence upon the principles, the temper, the daily walk, the whole life of a man of God. Version. It is a means toward a fuller, richer measure of salvation’s joy and peace. You have the assurance that the One who began his work in you will complete it (Php 1:6-note). We know that, when He appears, we shall be like Him, because we shall see Him just as He is. ... God Has Given Your Life Meaning. Behold, days are coming, says the Lord, when I will effect a new (kainos) covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah. In one word, it is Holiness. In one of the most famous uses of enduo Isaiah records the prophetic description of Messiah writing that, He put on (enduo in LXX) righteousness like a breastplate and a helmet of salvation on His head and He put on garments of vengeance for clothing and wrapped Himself with zeal as a mantle. In allusion to the white garments with which the primitive converts having first laid aside their heathen vestments, were wont to be arrayed, St. Paul exhorts the Colossians to “put off the old man with his deeds, and to put on the new man.” If yes, than praise God! One of the most difficult lessons to teach new pilots about landing on short, hazardous airstrips is to keep their eyes on the good part of the strip rather than on the hazard. Paul was writing about trials experienced in the will of God as he was doing the work of God. Because of our permanent identification and union with Christ, we now have the power of His Spirit and the responsibility to conduct ourselves as a new man in Christ (this is called sanctification and is alluded to in the next part of this verse). Wuest writes that Paul is describing the new man, the, person they were now in Christ Jesus, this new person being constantly renewed with respect to a complete and perfect knowledge which is according to the image of the One who created him." In other verses, the writer of Hebrews uses kainos to describe the New Covenant, writing for example. The practical question for each of us to ask ourselves "Are my words, actions and deeds daily becoming more like the Lord Jesus Christ?" Sin must be judged, because there is no glory in sin. Colossians 3:10 and have put on (past tense salvation = positional sanctification = our position now and forever in Christ - see our practice in Col 3:12) the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One Who created him (See notes), Colossians 3:12 And so, as those who have been chosen of God (cf notes Eph 1:5), holy and beloved, put on (present tense salvation = progressive sanctification = our practice - a command be clothed [middle voice = clothe yourself] now = aorist imperative) a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience (See notes). But this passage in Romans has reference to practical day-to-day, repeated putting on of Christ. (Hughes, R. K.: Ephesians: The Mystery of the Body of Christ. In Ephesians Paul uses kainos twice to describe the new man (self), In (see note Ephesians 4:24) Paul exhorts the Ephesians to, put on the new (kainos) self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. What's the difference? Included in this discussion of Christian households are guidelines for bondservants (Colossians 3:22—4:1). They were to be obedient to their masters (Colossians 3:22), working as for the Lord (Colossians 3:23). All alike were sinners; all alike were included in the old man. Oh that every child of God did but more deeply and solemnly feel that he is to be a witness for Jesus!-a witness for a cross-bearing Savior-a witness to the spotless purity of His life, the lowliness of His mind, His deep humility, self-denial, self-annihilation, consuming zeal for God's glory, and yearning compassion for the salvation of souls-a witness to the sanctifying tendency of His truth, the holiness of His commands, the purifying influence of His precepts, the elevating power of His example. As we partake of God's Word, hearing it, reading it, thinking upon it, meditating on it, digesting it and applying it, then the gradual work of sanctification occurs. Paul also goes back to the principle of the divine institution in creation (1 Tim. (Collected writings of W. E. Vine. Eadie - As the old man is thrown off the new man is assumed. It is the peculiar work of the Spirit to glorify Christ; and this He does in various blessed ways, but none more strikingly than in drawing out the likeness of Christ upon the soul. The new wine in the synoptic gospels is neos, describing that which was of recent production, fresh. Furthermore, neos and kainos are used several times in the NT to modify the same word (new self, new man, new covenant, new wine), but there is often a difference in the author's intended meaning. He says, “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above.” Again, when he says “above,” he really means God and his kingdom (cf. God's work isn't over-- Baker Book, The United Bible Societies' New Testament Handbook Series, Vine, W. Collected writings of W. E. Vine. Cancel. "Christ is all, and in all." This makes me think of a spiritual principle in the Bible. Enduo is used 86 times in the Septuagint (abbreviated LXX, Greek translation of Hebrew OT), the first use being in Genesis after the fall, where, Jehovah Elohim made garments of skin for Adam and his wife, and clothed them. In another interesting figurative use of enduo Solomon prayed, Now therefore arise, O LORD God, to Thy resting place, Thou and the ark of Thy might; let Thy priests, O LORD God, be clothed (enduo in LXX) with salvation and let Thy godly ones rejoice in what is good. - it was the Duke! Of the new nature there are two marks--towards man love in all its various forms, towards God thanksgiving and living to His glory. 6:14; 14:2; 1 Ki. But through Jesus Christ, we are being transformed into His image! It means "to make new" in the sense of "to make different." The love of Christ revealed in me, Pearls Of Wisdom By Angelique Du Toit. Epignosis - 20x in 20v - NAS = acknowledge*(1), knowledge(14), real knowledge(1), true knowledge(4). Adam Clarke has an interesting perspective on being renewed to a true knowledge observing that…. * [3:1–4] By retaining the message of the gospel that the risen, living Christ is the source of their salvation, the Colossians will be free from false religious evaluations of the things of the world (Col 3:1–2). We should never be satisfied with our present attainments, but should always press on to the goal of increasing conformity to the Savior. They are to wait until this experience comes to them, which equates with “the promise of the Father.” Enduo used in this figurative sense is seen in classic Greek writing by Aristophanes who describes an individual as "clothed with audacity," by Homer who describes one as "clothed with strength" and by Plutarch who describes one as "clothed with nobility and wealth". Colossians 3:12 So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; Genesis 1:26-27 This new refers to a difference in kind and quality, to a completely new model, unlike anything that existed before. It is so with all new-born people of GOD. 14 Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. There is a change in quality, for he is becoming like Jesus Christ. May I remind you that "if any man be in Christ he is a new creature," 2Corinthians 5:17? 17:5, 38; 2 Sam. John MacArthur explains that "as believers faithfully live in obedience to and communion with Jesus Christ, His own righteousness produces in them the practical, daily righteousness that becomes their spiritual breastplate. Master Of One. This spiritual suiting is the height of fashion in the circles of Heaven, and the old clothes look so drab beside them. He says that the old self has been put aside. THIS is eternal life that ye might know HIM - and Jesus Christ Whom He has sent. We must recall the words of our Lord in his high priestly prayer: "Sanctify them in the truth; Thy word is truth" (John 17:17). Colossians 3:10 Context. The new self continually being renewed describes the process of sanctification. In short - no intake of God's Word, no growth spiritually (see 1Pe 2:2-note). It is the new born-again life we received at salvation that must grow. Colossians - Crossing the Border), The new [self, man] - Regarding this phrase Moule writes that it refers to, the new position of acceptance and the new spiritual power of the regenerated self; with a reference in the phrase to the believer's connexion with "the Second Man," Christ. Colossians 3:1-25 Letter to the Colossians 3 If, however, you were raised up with the Christ, + go on seeking the things above, where the Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Christianity teaches a man the true knowledge both of himself and of God; but it is impossible to know one’s self but in the light of God; the famous know thyself, was practicable only under the Christian religion. 6:10f; 8:7, 13; 16:4, 23f, 32; 21:10; Num. Colossians 1:2 says, “To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse.” These were Gentile believers from the city of Colosse. The moment that we are born again we are made a new creation in Christ. Even though every believer is clothed with the righteousness of Christ, we must still live so as to manifest integrity and uprightness in our personal life. Though epignosis could refer merely to “knowledge about God,” it can also imply an “experiencing of” God or a “coming into more intimate experiential relationship with” God. We now are secure in an inseparable union with Christ and are fully identified with His life. Those lyrics are an accurate description of the passage we have before us in Colossians, chapter 3, beginning with verse 12. Notice how the believer is assured that he is being sanctified by the Lord: and put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him-a renewal in which there is no distinction between Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian Scythian, slave and freeman, but Christ is all, and in all. He will never teach and train the OLD sin nature that we received as a member of the old creation in Adam, for we are now part of a new creation in Christ. Are there two self's? 14 Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. The descendants of Adam bear his image, Paul explaining that, just as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly. Scripture tells us that the Lord hates liars, and those that deceive others with a lying tongue. (10-17) In these verses we have the corresponding positive exhortation, connected with the idea of resurrection with Christ, through which we put on the new man, holding Christ to be our all in all. Something about the badge and "blues" gained him instant respect and authority. Trench in his discussion of neos and kainos says that although some would say these two words have little difference in the NT, this statement, "by no means follows, and in fact is not the case. (Wuest's Word Studies from the Greek New Testament: Eerdmans), Vincent says this section is correctly translated, unto knowledge, the end to which the renewal tended. God holds up Jesus Christ as the standard to which He wants us to be conformed. Lesson 18: Dealing With Your Anger (Colossians 3:8) Lesson 19: Why Christians Must be Truthful (Colossians 3:9-11) Lesson 20: Christ is All and in All (Colossians 3:11) Lesson 21: Healthy Relationships (Colossians 3:12-13) Lesson 22: The Priority of Love (Colossians 3:14-15) Lesson 23: A Life of Thankful Worship (Colossians 3:16-17) In a coming day, when we stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ, we will be judged not by how much better our lives were than others but rather by how our life measured up to the life of the Lord Jesus Himself. We are to discard old ways of thinking and acting (Col 3:5, 6, 7, 8, 9-note) and "put on" new ways of living (Col 3:10, 11, 12,13, 14, 15,16, 17-note). Chicago: Moody Press), Both neos and kainos are used by the writer of Hebrews. Have put on (1746) (enduo from en = in + dúo = to sink, go in or under, to put on) means literally to clothe or dress someone and to put on as a garment, to cause to get into a garment (eg, Lk 15:22 where the father says "quickly bring out the best robe and put it on him… "). It was not so in the early and palmy days of the gospel, when Jesus Himself was known in the flesh, and the Holy Spirit descended in an extraordinary degree of sanctifying influence upon the church: it would therefore be wrong to expect it now. "Put on the new self" or "new man." 1989. But also the Holy Spirit of God comes to indwell our body.. to teach and train us; to guard and guide us, and He also disciplines, chastens and corrects our new life in Christ. But also the Holy Spirit of God comes to indwell our body.. to teach and train us; to guard and guide us, and He also disciplines, chastens and corrects our new life in Christ. And everyone who has this hope fixed on Him purifies himself, just as He is pure. The life He lived, the doctrines He proclaimed, the precepts He enjoined, the announcements He made, the revelations He disclosed, all, all were the very inspiration of holiness. Colossians 3:10-11: “[You] have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator. All the elements of festivity in the heavenly kingdom will be of a new and higher quality." How can we enjoy our walk with the LORD and live an amazing Abundant Life? (Colossians 3:2-3, NIV) "Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Verse Thoughts God is truth and the Author of truth and He delights in truthfulness. Contemplate the new under aspects of time, as that which has recently come into existence, and this is neos… but contemplate the new, not now under aspects of time, but of quality, the new, as set over against that which has seen service, the outworn, the effete or marred through age, and this is kainos." In the realm of spiritual warfare, believers are to, Put on (enduo - aorist imperative - do it now - do it decisively - it is urgent! He is the great pattern for all spiritual life, and God engages Himself to recreate us in His likeness. ... God Has Given Your Life Meaning. Well done! Those old patterns are gradually culled and the newness of life in Christ fills your mind. The new man is not the end but in a sense the beginning of a life-long process. (Epistles to the Colossians and to Philemon). When he told people something, they believed him. (Colossians 3:13, NIV) "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." The Spirit carries out these righteous works in our lives as we submit to Him, and they will result in eternal rewards, which equate to gold, silver and precious stones. An image is the resemblance of something to a prototype from which it is derived and in whose essence it shares. He has wrapped me with a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself with a garland, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. Faith is unwavering belief in God’s Word that protects us when the arrows of temptation begin to fly. Title: Colossians is named for the city of Colossae, where the church it was addressed to was located. The old man in him, and it well deserves this name, for it dates as far back as Adam, has died; a new (neos) man has been born, who therefore is fitly so called. However, God renews that image by Christ's work on the cross. Outwardly we are perishing - the OLD is winding down, but inwardly the NEW is being renewed day by day, as we come into a deeper and more intimate knowledge of our Saviour.. Do Everything Series Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 24, 2020 | 1,285 views. Baker Book). The preposition (epi in epignosis) indicates a knowledge directed toward a particular object which can imply a more detailed or fuller knowledge (thorough knowledge). Besides, when we believe that we look good, we go through the day with more energy and confidence. What does it really mean to walk with God? And be thankful. So in this verse Paul uses kainos (not neos) which does not describe a renovated self but a self who is entirely new, new in species or character. (see note Hebrews 8:8). Paul drew on this terminology in describing a believer’s spiritual preparation for warding off the attacks of Satan. Colossians 3:10 Treasury of Scripture Knowing, His Cry Of Grace (Easter Reflections - (7). Ephesians 4:24 and put on (not a command - aorist tense) the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth. Colossians 3:15-16 “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. Colossians 3:10 Context. Character of the New Man. When did we put on the new? Remember, Paul refers to the new man in Colossians 3:10 as a man " renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him." (MacArthur, J.: The MacArthur Study Bible Nashville: Word). With the stripping off of the old nature there has come a new nature, the new man. (Hendriksen, W., & Kistemaker, S. J. NT Commentary Set. So too the same man, or the same wine, may be neos or kainos, or may be both; but a different notion is predominant according as the one epithet is applied or the other. Colossians 3:10 and have put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One Who created him--(NASB: Lockman). 1:4). We must put on what we are!" The new creation in this respect resembles the first creation. --DJD To review this section, the verbs translated put off and put on both are aorist tense and indicate a completed past event. 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