A True Disciple

heart ” (2 Tim 2:22). “ Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. ” Conversely, he continues, “ put on then, as God ’ s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other, as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. ” And with an added emphasis, Paul ends with these words: “ above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful ” (Col 3:5, 12 - 15). Furthermore, Paul reminds us to be “ of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others ” (Phil 2:2 - 4). This is how a true disciple lives. His life is a demonstration of his love for Christ, His Word, and a love for others. It is a selfless lifestyle submitted to the lordship of Christ—one that is Christ focused and kingdom minded.

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