Put On the New Self

In Colossians 3:12-14 Paul continues his teaching on sanctification as he gives three commands concerning the Colossians' new garments. Because we are God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, we are to put on the proper inner garments, which are compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Then we are to wear the garments well, by constantly putting up with each other and constantly forgiving each other in the same way the Lord has forgiven us. Then finally, we are to put on the proper outer garment: LOVE.