colossians 3:12

Where is your gaze today? If you’re anything like us, you might be finding your gaze is far too often on yourself first instead of on Jesus. Listen in as Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Lindsay Tully, Dwell Differently editor and writer, look to God’s Word to offer hope when we’re struggling to put on the new “clothes” this verse calls us to wear. They take a look at how Jesus specifically describes himself with some of the attributes from our verse in the book of Matthew, talk about a helpful framework for how to prioritize who and what we focus on, and reflect on Tim Keller’s helpful definition of biblical humility.

This month’s memory verse:  “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” — Colossians 3:12

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We are thrilled to have Glenna Marshall back again to talk about one of her favorite hacks for prioritizing Scripture memory in her life, the 3 things Colossians 3:12  reminds us are true of believers followed by the 5 virtues we are called to put on, and what to do when we try to obey but fail.  We are right here with you, seeking to memorize God's Word and live the way he's called us to, and we know this episode will be an encouragement to you!

This month’s memory verse: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” — Colossians 3:12

Today's Dwell guest: Glenna Marshall is a pastor’s wife and mother of two sons. She is the author of The Promise is His Presence, Everyday Faithfulness, and Memorizing Scripture. She writes regularly at GlennaMarshall.com on biblical literacy, suffering, and the faithfulness of God. She is a member of Grace Bible Fellowship in Sikeston, Missouri.

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 I remember reading through Colossians many years ago
- in the first chapter, I came across a “power verse”
• what I mean, is a verse that makes a prayer for, or a promise of spiritual energy
◦ for instance, this is what Jesus did for his disciples:
[Jesus] called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases (Lk. 9:1)
Or, . . . you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth (Acts 1:8) 

The first detail to notice, is where we find meekness on list

Meekness is hiding behind humility
- we wonder, was it even necessary to include meekness in addition to humility?
• if we were to be honest, we don’t take meekness seriously
◦ it is a virtue no one wants – like patience or submission
• we read that Jesus said, “Blessed are the meek”
◦ but it doesn’t leave a strong impression on us
◦ it is not as compelling as poor in spirit or mourn
- meek doesn’t draw attention to itself – doesn’t make headlines
• no one asks meek for the next dance 
• we want to be the opposite of meek
◦ we're convinced that “You don’t get anywhere if you let people walk all over you”