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Paul begins by telling believers to "set your sights on the realities of heaven" and to "think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth" (Col. 3:1–2). What do you think that practically looks like? How is living with a heavenly focus different from simply escaping or ignoring the realities of life?

Before Paul commands believers to put sin to death, he reminds them that they have died with Christ and that their life is hidden with Him (Col. 3:3–4). Why do you think Paul starts with identity before addressing behavior? What does this teach us about the relationship between the gospel and obedience?

Paul doesn't tell believers to manage sin, but to put it to death (Col. 3:5–7). Why is sin often difficult to recognize as dangerous? What are some ways people justify, protect, or make peace with sin instead of fighting it?

Throughout this passage, Paul contrasts the old life with the new life (Col. 3:5–11). What evidence do you see in these verses that following Jesus is about more than behavior modification? According to this passage, what does a life that is being renewed by Christ actually look like?