Sermon notes - Colossians 4.2-18

Sermon Notes – Colossians 4:2-18 - Paul's Farewell Appeal

Central Idea:  A believer must never become lazy in the most basic of Christian duties.

I.  Having the devotion to pray (2-4)

            A.  Developing a devotion to pray

            B.  Seeking a heart of Thanksgiving

C.     Pray for the witness of Gospel

II.  Having the dedication to witness (5-6)

            A.  Proper lifestyle outside of the church

            B.  Take full advantage of each opportunity

            C.  Think before you speak

III.  Paul's final encouragement (7-18)

            A.  The report from Rome (7-9)

            B.  Ministers to Paul (10-17)

            C.  Remember the suffering (18)

Sermon Notes – Colossians 4:2-18 - Paul's Farewell Appeal

Central Idea:  A believer must never become lazy in the most basic of Christian duties.

I.  Having the _____________________ to pray (2-4)

            A.  _____________________ a devotion to pray

            B.  ___________________ a heart of Thanksgiving

D.     Pray for the _____________________ of Gospel

II.  Having the _______________________ to witness (5-6)

            A.  Proper ____________________ outside of the church

            B.  Take full _____________________ of each opportunity

            C.  Think __________________ you speak

III.  Paul's final ____________________________ (7-18)

            A.  The _________________ from Rome (7-9)

            B.  _____________________ to Paul (10-17)

            C.  ______________________ the suffering (18)