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Bible verse
Colossians 3:2
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”
What it means
Where our minds dwell shapes how we live. God invites us to set our thoughts on things above rather than being consumed by earthly worries and distractions. This is not escapism but perspective, remembering that our true life is hidden with Christ and that He is our lasting treasure. When heaven fills our vision, the pressures of the day lose their grip. Fix your attention on the risen Jesus, and let the reality of what awaits you steady your heart and reorder what you chase after here.
Colossians 3:2 at a glance
| Reference | Colossians 3:2 |
|---|---|
| Book | Colossians |
| Chapter to read it in | Colossians 3 |
| Topic | eternal life |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- 1 John 2:15-17
- 1 Chronicles 22:19
- Colossians 3:1
- Matthew 16:23
- Romans 8:4-6
- Matthew 6:19
- Psalms 119:36-37
- Colossians 3:5
- Philippians 3:19-20
- Luke 12:15
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Colossians 3:2?
It is in Colossians, in Colossians 3. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Colossians 3:2?
Readers most often set it beside 1 John 2:15-17, 1 Chronicles 22:19, Colossians 3:1, Matthew 16:23. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Colossians 3:2?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Lord Christ, you love the people of Colossians 3:2 more than we can. We bring you Colossians 3:2, eternal life. Let your Body in that place love one another and be one. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Where to begin this week.
- Read all of Colossians 3 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Colossians 3:2 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Christ meets people in a place, and then walks on with them. Here are doors that walk on.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
