Colossians 3-4

3:18-4:1 Relationships are transformed by the "true knowledge" that we receive in Christ.  Paul emphasizes this in his letters, indicating just how important these are in our lives as we seek to be made "perfect" or complete in Him.

Husbands and wives who are living for and in Christ will have a relationship of mutual respect and love.  The wife will be willing to be subject to her husband's leadership.  The husband will love his wife with perfect, sincere and benevolent love.  This kind of love takes action and desires the best for her.
They will raise their children in a way that will not "exasperate" them; but will teach them obedience.  Children will obey their parents and will please the Lord.

Slaves will work for their masters with sincere hearts.  They will work for the Lord, serving Him in all that they do. They will do what is right and good.  Masters will be just and fair to their slaves, treating them as their Father in heaven has treated them.

We are all to "devote" ourselves to prayer. Persevering, earnest toward, and constantly diligent and alert in praying; with an "attitude of thanksgiving."

We are to "conduct (ourselves) with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity"

We are to season our speech with grace.

This is a lifestyle that reflects the glory of the Lord. We are being admonished and taught and coached with wisdom so that we may be made complete and perfect in Christ.

Father,  You are Lord of all, King of glory, and Creator of all things. You have made Jesus Christ the Head of of the body, the church. All the fulness dwells in Him.  Jesus, You have reconciled us, redeemed us, and made us Your own. We cling to You and are knit together with You.  May our lives be continually transformed from glory unto glory.  We serve You. May our marriages and family reflect Your Truth.  May our relationships with those outside our families, reflect Your Love.  May our words and actions reflect Your Grace.  May we be diligent in prayer and thankful in every moment.  Come and fill me Lord, with Your Spirit that I might live in a way that is well -pleasing to You , I ask this in the Name of Jesus. Amen.