Col. 1:24-2:3

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University 101

Read Colossians 1:24-2:3

Explanation

Something’s missing if…Jesus died and people don’t know why. (1:24)

What is lacking? (Jesus said, “It is finished.”) People’s knowledge of the mystery.

The work on the cross is finished, but not the work of telling people.

John Piper & Phil. 2:30

The good news is only good if it’s news.

[student’s friend this week not knowing why Jesus died] (I155)

Evangelistic plea — explain the gift! Tell a friend this week

Something’s missing if…we’re content to be saved but not suffer & be sent. (1:25-27)

Paul received a commission with his conversion.

“to me for you” — who is waiting for you to answer the commission?

Life to the full only comes with commitment to the full (which means suffering)

[safest place for your child to be…stay or go home?] (PBT3)

Something’s missing if…only a portion of the body is mature. (1:28-2:3)

[leaders assume the shortcomings of others] (I156)

mature — taking care of yourself and of others

if you’re the 30 year old Christian living in your parents basement…grow up

if you’re a new Christian, stay the course

Exhortation

Take ownership of your faith and the faith of others.

non-Christian — place your faith in Jesus

immature — taking responsibility for your growth and not outsourcing

maturing — sharing your faith + caring for the faith of others