There’s a great invitation in Scripture. It’s sprinkled throughout the pages of the Bible in the Old and New Testaments. The invitation is to walk in the newness of life in our Creator’s very presence and direct opposition to our human nature. Zach Williams sings of this idea in his song “Less of Me.”
Let’s explore Paul’s letter to the Colossians to see what living a little more like Jesus looks like.
In this episode, I discuss:
- Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture – this week’s Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include:
- Reading in context
- Read the envelope
- Consider the historical background
- Consult an outside resource
- Read the overview/introduction
- Consult a map
- Make a list
- Compare and contrast
- The 30-Day Music Challenge
- Reading the letter all the way through
- My favorite overview resource – The Bible Project
- The solution of spiritual maturity in Christ
- Focusing our attention and efforts in the right direction – Colossians 3:1-4
- Dying to self – Colossians 2:12-14
- Killing off the earthly remnants in our lives – Colossians 3:5-11
- Putting on a new wardrobe that looks a whole lot more like Jesus – Colossians 3:12-17
If you have never heard this song before, you can watch the official music video on YouTube below.
More Than a Song Playlist
Additional Resources
- Lyrics and chords – EssentialWorship.com
- An overview of Colossians – BibleProject.com
- Introduction to Colossians – BlueLetterBible.org
- The story behind the song “Less Like Me” by Zach Williams – YouTube Video
This Week’s Challenge
Read Paul’s letter to the Colossians. Watch the overview video from The Bible Project. Read over an online introduction or the introduction in your study Bible to the book of Colossians. Hone in on Colossians chapter 3 and create a chart of ways we live that reflect our “old selves” and how we live to look a little more like Jesus.
