Paul reminds the church that Jesus’ sacrifice produced judicial forgiveness, payment of their debt for sin through His sacrifice, and, in doing so, Christ disarmed and shamed Satan and the fallen angels.
As we receive Christ as Savior, we are to walk in Him, rooted, built up, strengthened and abounding in thankfulness.
Christ’s ministry of reconciliation produced significant transformation in the Colossian believer’ lives. Paul’s ministry to them involved one of suffering and of stewarding God’s Word faithfully.
Paul gives a short, concise description of Jesus, to help combat the heresy in Colosse.
The results of living a life pleasing to God, and how the purpose for all things is realized in Jesus.
In-depth discussion of Paul’s thanksgiving for the faith of the Colossians, and his prayer for their spiritual growth.
A new study of the book of Colossians: setting up the scene in Colosse, introduction, and analysis of Paul’s greeting to begin chapter 1.
The conclusion of our study of Hebrews, as the author shares what the Christian life looks like.
Lessons from Hebrews on the reasons and rationale when God’s disciplines His children.
Continued discussion of Old Testament examples of faith & perseverance, and how we can apply this today.
