Contributed by James Julian on Dec 6, 2004
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The Christian life is and should be a life of Joy. James said, "count it ALL joy when you fall into various trials." Paul, in Col. 1 shares with the Believer how to turn trials into JOY.
Joy in SUFFERING OCCASIONALLY (v.24)
Jesus’ death was COMPLETE
Our suffering is CONSTRUCTIVE
Joy in SERVING OTHERS (25-27)
Paul RECEIVED God’s Grace
Paul helped to REVEAL God’s Grace
Joy in SEEING OBEDIENCE (v.28,29)
Paul’s only desire was to PREACH
Paul’s only goal
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