Colossians 3:9

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

እርስ በርሳችሁ ውሸት አትነጋገሩ፥ አሮጌውን ሰው ከሥራው ጋር ገፋችሁታልና፥

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us not to lie to each other because we have put off the old way of living with its wrong deeds. The speaker is Paul, reminding believers about their new life in Christ.

Explained for Children

Think of this like when you change your clothes after playing outside. You leave behind the dirty ones and wear clean ones. Now that we're wearing 'clean' clothes (our new way of living), we shouldn't lie anymore because it's part of our old, dirty ways.

Historical Background

This verse is from Paul’s letter to the Colossians, written around 60 AD. It was addressed to a church community in Colosse, a Roman city in Asia Minor, encouraging them to live out their new life in Christ.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're at work and your boss asks about a project. Even if it means admitting a mistake, being honest is important because you've made a commitment to living differently since becoming a believer.

Topics

• honesty
• deception
• old man/new man
• Christian life
• truth
• transformation

Related Verses

• Ephesians 4:25
• Leviticus 19:11
• Proverbs 6:17-19
• John 8:31-32
• Matthew 5:37

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'putting off the old man' mean?

Putting off the old man means leaving behind our former ways of living and thinking, which were characterized by sinful behaviors.

How can we avoid lying in our daily lives?

To avoid lying, focus on building a habit of honesty even when it's difficult. Reflect regularly on your actions to ensure they align with Christian values.

What are the consequences of not following Colossians 3:9?

Disregarding this verse can lead to broken relationships, loss of trust, and a disconnect from living in accordance with Christian principles.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

This verse encourages honest interactions. When we're truthful, it creates an environment where forgiveness can flourish because there's no hidden deceit or dishonesty.