“Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices.” – Colossians 3:9 As Christians, we know that when we lie, we are living out our “old self,” meaning life before Christ. Does that mean we will never lie after we have trusted in Christ?
“Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3 In regards to respecting one another, the Bible says to count others more significant than ourselves out of humility. We are to do nothing out of rivalry or vain conceit, selfish ambition, etc.
“…submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ.” – Ephesians 5:21 Reverence can also be defined as “a feeling of profound respect for someone or something.” Out of that same reverence for Christ, we should submit to one another according to His Word.
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32 As we come across various opportunities today with different people, let us first remember that Christ has forgiven us.
“Let Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another.” – Ephesians 4:25 As the Church we are to build up one another, strengthen and encourage one another, and the best way to do this is
