Col. 3:12-17 has to do with being a man of peace
and unity. It takes a humble man to desire this and work for it. A gentle man
can do so, but an aggressive, fault finding, defensive, self-justified man is
unable to pursue peace. Wherever he goes, there is trouble. And he often fails
to see that he takes his trouble with him wherever he goes.
But a gentle and humble man, is merciful, kind,
humble of mind, meek and longsuffering. He bears with others, is quick to
forgive, especially those he has been quarrelling with. He does this because he
knows that he is a sinner and that Christ has forgiven him much and so he ought
to forgive the little debts that are incurred against him. He loves the
brothers perfectly and peace rules in his heart. He is full of thankfulness for
the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace.
Such a humble man has the word of God dwelling
in him richly and displays his wisdom in dealing with others. He does not
return evil for evil but rather returns a blessing when he is cursed. Like
David, he remembers to let God sort out wrath and vengeance. He can do this
because his ultimate faith is in the Lord who works all things after His own
will and who is the one who vindicates the righteous and punishes the
evil-doer.
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