So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12

 

The character traits of a person are usually developed from a young age, which are influenced by the environment they grow up in and the people who have influence over them. While many people are blessed to grow up in a positive living environment, others are exposed to a negative environment which is clear by the amount of chaos in today’s world.

 

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Romans 12:2

 

Maybe you are one of those who did not have the best environment to grow up in and you struggle with selfish desires, negative thinking and always argumentative with others. You can slowly change that by transforming your mind after the characteristics of Christ. A deep and personal relationship with Jesus Christ is key to changing your mindset. Through reading the bible, prayer and seeking after the will of God, you will see a change in your perspective, a change of heart, and slowly, you will develop the character traits found in today’s main scripture, Colossians 3:12.

 

But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. Colossians 3:14

 

It all starts in the mind and heart. Once you transform your thinking into a heart after Christ, change will occur and you’ll see attitudes of anger, hate and frustration dissolve and transform into a spirit of love for others, yourself and God.