Colossians 3:15-17

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Colossians 3:16

16. The form which "thankfulness" (Colossians 3:15) ought to take. Let the word of Christ—the Gospel word by which ye have been called. richly— (Colossians 2:2; Romans 15:14). in all wisdom—ALFORD joins this clause with "teaching," c., not with "dwell in you," as English Version, for so we find in Romans 15:14- :, "teaching in all wisdom," and the two clauses will thus correspond, "In all wisdom teaching," and "in grace singing in your hears" (so the Greek order). and . . . and—The oldest... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Colossians 3:17

17. Literally, "And everything whatsoever ye do . . . do all," c. this includes words as well as deeds. in the name of the Lord Jesus—as disciples called by His name as His, seeking His guidance and help, and desiring to act so as to gain His approval (Romans 14:8; 1 Corinthians 10:31; 2 Corinthians 5:15; 1 Peter 4:11). Compare "in the Lord," 1 Peter 4:11- :, and "Christ is all," 1 Peter 4:11- :. God and the Father—The oldest manuscripts omit "and," which seems to have crept in from Ephesians... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Colossians 3:5-17

B. The proper method 3:5-17"Colossians 3:1-4 has provided the perspective from which the daily life of the Colossian Christians should be lived out. Now follows more specific advice that should help them the better to carry out the thematic exhortation to ’walk in him’ (Colossians 2:6)." [Note: Dunn, p. 211.] read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Colossians 3:12-17

2. Things to put on 3:12-17Paul urged his readers not only to divest themselves of behavior that is inappropriate to their union with Christ but also to clothe themselves with attitudes and actions that are appropriate. He did so to complete their understanding of their responsibilities as Christians."The emphasis in this section is on motives. Why should we put off the old deeds and put on the qualities of the new life? Paul explained four motives that ought to encourage us to walk in newness... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Colossians 3:15

Four imperatives in Colossians 3:15-17 identify the precepts believers must follow. The first of these is "let rule." When Christians need to make choices, the peace that Christ produces in our hearts should be a determining factor. [Note: Lightfoot, p. 221.] We should choose what will result in peace between us and God, and between us and one another, if such a course of action lies within God’s moral will (cf. John 14:27)."This directive forms, with the Word of God and the witness of the... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Colossians 3:16

The third imperative is "let dwell." The "word of Christ," used only here in the New Testament, is Christ’s teachings, not only during His earthly ministry but also in all of Scripture. His Word should permeate our whole being so that we make all decisions and plans in its light.". . . as the rabbis later pointed out, he who dwells in a house is the master of the house, not just a passing guest . . ." [Note: Dunn, p. 236.] "Thus we are to submit to the demands of the Christian message and let... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Colossians 3:17

This verse covers all other thoughts and actions."The NT does not contain a detailed code of rules for the Christian, like those which were elaborated with ever-increasing particularity in rabbinical casuistry. Codes of rules, as Paul explains elsewhere (e.g., in Galatians 3:23 to Galatians 4:7), are suited to the period of immaturity when he and his readers were still under guardians; the son who has come to years of responsibility knows his father’s will without having to be provided with a... read more

John Darby

Darby's Synopsis of the New Testament - Colossians 3:16

3:16 wisdom (h-13) It is a question of spiritual understanding whether 'in all wisdom' relates to 'dwell' or to 'teaching.' It may be the former. Paul taught in all wisdom (ch. 1.28), and in them the word was so to dwell. psalms, (i-20) 'In psalms,' &c., may be connected with 'singing' rather than with what precedes. but in Ephesians 5:19 , 'speaking' is connected with 'psalms.' read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Colossians 3:1-25

The Christian’s Risen Life and the Duties it entails1-4. Resurrection with Christ and the heavenly life.Paraphrase] ’(1) Seeing then that at your conversion you shared not Christ’s death only, but His resurrection, go on to participate in His heavenly life, in that heaven where He is, and where He sits at God’s right hand. (2) Let your whole thought be set on heavenly, not on earthly things. (3) For you died with Christ, and your life in union with Him is a hidden life in God. (4) It is not... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Colossians 3:5-17

[5.Practical Exhortation, General.(1) NEGATIVE.—To MORTIFY THE OLD MAN, by fleeing from—(a)Uncleanness and lust (Colossians 3:5-7);(b)Wrath and malice (Colossians 3:8); (c)Falsehood (Colossians 3:9).(2) POSITIVE.—To PUT ON THE NEW MAN, making Christ our “all in all.”(a)In love and peace, as shown in mercy, humility, patience, and forgiveness (Colossians 3:10-15);(b)In thanksgiving (Colossians 3:16);(c)In living to the glory of God (Colossians 3:17);(The whole of this section stands in close... read more

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