Off With the Old, On With the New (Colossians 3:1–17)

A quick internet search informs the budding altruist that a good person is someone who is kind, attentive, wise, self-controlled, and courageous. They are people who are happy, promoters of happiness, and who never stifle others’ happiness. Further online research suggests that such exemplary character can be achieved by such means as embracing change, being grateful, taking care of yourself, complimenting yourself, letting go of anger, giving back, shopping local, being yourself, setting goals, and forgiving others.  Followers of Jesus should desire clarity on those questions as well. What does it look like to be a good person in God’s eyes? How does one successfully move in that direction? However, Christians should seek answers from God and not Google … nor any other source. What does the Lord desire for the lives of those who are his? What means does he provide for their growth?