Become Who You Are (Colossians 3:1-8)
When we look at this passage, we see that Christ has already accomplished a new life and salvation for us. We live in response to what God has already done. We see that Christ has given us a new heavenly residence, sheltered us from the wicked, is returning with us as a display of glory, is pouring out wrath on wickedness, but has saved us from His wrath. Our response…
Disqualified (Colossians 2:16-23)
Striving for holiness by following the law will never bring inner transformation of the heart. It’s often called legalism and it destroy spiritual life. Those who live by a moral code and try to create a false sense of righteousness and ignore the true sin in the heart will be disqualified for true spiritual life. We must abide in Christ and grow with a growth that…
Rejoicing in Suffering (Colossians 1:24-2:5)
Paul begins this passage by saying he “rejoices in his sufferings.” Is Paul insane? Aren’t sufferings something to be avoided at all costs? Doesn’t the loving God want me to have pain and affliction-free life? Perhaps we need to change our perspective on suffering and affliction. Romans 5 says that suffering PRODUCES endurance, character, and hope.…
Reconciled to Christ (Colossians 1:21-23)
(NOTE: Audio does not begin until the 3’15 mark in the message) Since Jesus Christ is supreme over all things, He has the authority, power, and love to reconcile those once hostile to God. He has done it through His death and resurrection. Having this as a true and solid foundation of faith, we in Christ are compelled to continue in faith, stable and steadfast,…
The Supremacy of Jesus Christ (Colossians 1:15-20)
Jesus Christ is supreme over all things, including our lives and our churches. Why that matters.
Redeemed, Part 2 (Colossians 1:9-14)
As we continue in Colossians, we look at the supremacy of Christ who reveals who God is and how He redeems His people. In Colossians 1:9-14, we see that God wants us to seek His will that we might walk worthy of Hi, being pleasing to Him. We will bear fruit in all good works, increase in knowledge of God, be strengthened with His power, and give thanks to the Father in…
The Fruit of the Gospel (Colossians 1:3-8)
As we continue in Colossians, we look at the supremacy of Christ who reveals who God is and how He redeems His people. In Colossians 1:3-8, we the fruit of the Gospel, how it produces faith in Christ and love for the saints, and gives us true, eternal hope. Colossians 1:3-8 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 since we heard of…
Before and After (Colossians 1:1-2)
The introductory message into the book of Colossians. A look at the supremacy of Christ who reveals who God is and how He redeems His people. We see in Colossians 1:1-2 a God who calls the unrighteous to salvation, gives his people grace to live in holiness and faithfulness and brings them into a relationship of peace in and through Him. Colossians 1:1-2 Paul, an apostle…
Redeemed (Colossians 1:9-14)
Colossians 1:9-14 9 And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. 11 May you be strengthened with all…
God’s Sovereignty and Man’s Mission (Exodus 17)
Excerpt: “Rather, God’s sovereignty is the very foundation by which we find victory in perseverance. Look back to Moses. Israel was not victorious because Moses interceded for the people. Israel was victorious because God was present and sovereign over the battle. Moses found his perseverance…
