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Colossians 1:3 . 3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, Who is God? He is our father ( Col. 1:2 ). Paul is building off of the OT foundation of God being Israel’s Father, as first seen in Exodus 4:22-23 . 22 Then you shall say to Pharaoh, ‘Thus says the Lord…

Introduction Romans = Doctrine. This is the notion in the Christian world when they hear about the book of Romans. In other words, the belief in the Church today is that the book of Romans is full of doctrine. It is true that Romans teach us about doctrine. But it is not a book about doctrine itself.…

Colossians 1:3–8 (KJV 1900) 3 We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you , 4 Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus , and of the love which ye have to all the saints, 5 For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word…

Central Thought: “The growth of the Word of the Kingdom

This weekend most people in our country and our churches will transition from the Thanksgiving holiday to the rush towards the Christmas season. We move from turkey and ham, family and friends to the rush of the crowds, the desire to find the perfect gift and to plan for holiday gatherings of fun and…

Big Idea: The Real Reason for Celebration is our Salvation We should celebrate: Spiritual Wins Satan’s Loss Our Greatest Gain There is much to be excited about when we do Christian Ministry: Changed lives, growing families, spiritual growth and maturity. But these may not always be a constant thing.…

INTRODUCTION Let’s turn together in our Bibles to Colossians chapter 1. & were gonna read verses 3-6 . Colossians 1:3-6 . & when you find that in your Bible pls stand for the reading of God’s Word. The title of today’s teaching is Thank God! In Colossians 1:3-6 The Scriptures say: Colossians 1:3–6 (NIV)…

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, Author: Paul (and Timothy ) 2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. Audience: The Church at Colossae Mostly gentiles but some Jews as well. There was another…

Today we begin a new series called Jesus is Greater. I begin a new semester of school a couple of weeks ago. Last semester I received my associate degree and that was so easy, I decided to go ahead and finish up my bachelors degree in Church Ministries. One of my classes this semester is having us do…

How did the Colossians bear their fruit? 1. Epaphrus announced the Good News about Jesus. “God has raised this Jesus; we are all witnesses of this. Therefore, since he has been exalted to the right hand of God and has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit, he has poured out what you both…

Scripture Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the…

Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament based on Semantic Domains (25.59 ἐλπίζω; ἐλπίς, ίδος) ἐλπίζω; ἐλπίς, ίδος f: to look forward with confidence to that which is good and beneficial—‘to hope, to hope for, hope.’ (Louw-Nida) Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will, and Timothy our brother:…

Intro: I worry so much. I always have. It stems from my old nature. In Colossians 3:17 , we get a sense of God's vision for our lives. Here's what it is: Read: Colossians 3:17 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through…

Colossians Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith…

2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— 4 that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. 5 Walk in wisdom…

18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our…

Ezekiel 15:2

On missions: For Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. But the righteousness based on faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ down) “or ‘Who will descend into…

Colossians 1:1-23 Walk worthy of the Lord…that seemed like a good working title. It is what is printed in your bulletins, But, he more I say it, the more unattainable it feels. Understand when I chose it, I had been examining, really immersing myself in the prayer Paul prayed for these guys, and part…

INTRODUCTION Today we’re gonna continue our series in Paul’s letter to the saints in Colossae. A letter that’s really a letter to all of God’s faithful ppl of all time. & that includes us. Let’s turn together in our Bibles to Colossians 1 . & we’re gonna read verses 4-9 . Colossians 1:4-9 . & when you…

Today we continue our series in Paul's letter to the saints in Colossae.

What the Prince Gave up Have you ever wished you were a prince, a royal? If you were a prince, you would probably have a lot of nice things. You probably would have great toys. Great Food. Rich friends. Can you think of any reason you would want to give up being a prince and live with poor people? What…

The story of Mary and Martha is familiar we've heard it dozens of times, and for that reason the jolt its meant to give us has become somewhat reduced; but the jolt is still there, no getting around it. The Lord Jesus praises the adoring, dreamy eyed, meditative Mary sitting at his feet, and scolds the…

*** Letter: Letters then as now are easily identified Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. Argues against a kind of gnosticism denying the deity…

1. Delivered from lies (error) to the truth [ Colossians 1:5-6 , 13 ; 1 Timothy 2:4 ; 2 Thessalonians 2:13 ; Psalm 119:105 ; John 8:32 ] Believing wholeheartedly the truth 2. Delivered from sin (ungodliness) to virtue (godliness) [ Romans 6:17-18 ; 2 Peter 1:5-9 ; Ezekiel 36:25-28 ; Jeremiah 31:33 ]…