ACC ~ Colossians 1 v10a

ALWAYS VIRTUE. CHRYSOSTOM: Here he speaks of life and its works, for so he does also everywhere: with faith Paul always couples conduct. … Summarily, Paul states, we pray that you may lead a life of virtue, worthy of your citizenship, and may stand firmly, being strengthened as it is reasonable to be strengthened by God. For this reason Paul does not yet focus upon doctrines, but dwells upon life. HOMILIES ON COLOSSIANS 2.

ONLY BY GRACE. AUGUSTINE: We are commanded to do good when it says: “Decline from evil and do good,” but we pray to do good when it says: “We cease not to pray for you, asking,” and among other things that Paul asks he mentions: “That you may walk worthy of God in all things pleasing, in every good work and good word.” As then we acknowledge the part played by the will when these commands are given, so let him acknowledge the part played by grace when these petitions are offered. LETTERS 177.1.5.

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