Colossians 3:13-15

Excellence in every area of life means relationships, too! Rubel Shelly calls us to excellence, but reminds us that this must be true in every area of life, including our relationships.

"Dear Father, Grant that we may clothe ourselves with Christ, for he is a garment of compassion, kindness, lowliness, meekness and patience,..."

"Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful."

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful."

"Make allowance for each other's faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others."

Inspirational illustration of Colossians 3:13 -- Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

Inspirational illustration of Colossians 3:15 -- Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

"Dear Father, Help me put to death certain things in my life that are earthly - inward evils ranging from impurity to covetousness. Most of all, may I..."

What do you mean my dog is on the roof? Rubel Shelly shares his insights on tact, telling the truth, kindness, sophistry, avoidance, and sugar coating the truth.

"Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. . . . And whatever you do or say, do it as a..."

"Dear Father, Let Christ's peace rule in our hearts. Let us be at peace in his one body. Fill our hearts and mouths with overflowing thanksgiving. Let..."

Why do I have to do something this hard? Max Lucado reminds us that we can get through this even if it involves forgiving the unforgivable -- both unforgivable sin and sinner.

Can you really hold off the condemnation? God is forgiving of us and we must be of each other.

"Dear Child of Grace, You have been blessed with grace because of the Father's love (John 3:16-18; Colossians 1:12-14). That grace was embodied by My...."

How can we be thankful without doing something significant? Patrick Odum talks about gratitude and thankfulness for the grace we have received and all the blessings we have in Christ and in life.

Do you know peace in your life? Do you know peace in your life? Or, do you find your days filled with conflict? Are you often belligerent and contentious with those around you? Find real peace in Jesus.

What do you do when you have those who offend you When someone has hurt you and you can get even, what are you going to do?

What happens the other 51 weeks of the year? Phil Ware begins a 4 part November series on giving thanks just in time for the Thanksgiving season.

How can we minister to Jesus? One way we can minister to Christ is to serve those in need, especially those in prison or in jail.

What's your favorite way to sing? Singing changes and so must we, but the bigger issue is that we sing!

Without forgiveness, bitterness is all that’s left! Max Lucado reminds us of the importance of forgiveness or bitterness poisons our hearts and destroys our influence.