“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth — 'Set minds' (phroneō) is habitual orientation. The binary contrast (anō/katō, above/below) divides heaven from earth. Earthly concerns are not intrinsically evil but are misplaced priority. The mental discipline required reflects the threat of worldly enticement. Renewed mind is warfare.
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James ThorntonNote1mo agoSeeds of faith - Colossians 3
Now I understand why - it's a daily declaration of dependence on God. When we read this alongside the surrounding chapters, the narrative arc becomes clear: God is always working redemption, even in t...
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Carlos RiveraNote1mo agoThe meaning of sacrifice - Colossians 3
My grandmother used to quote this verse every morning. God is faithful in every circumstance. God is faithful in every circumstance.
God is faithful in every circumstance. My grandmother used to quot...
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