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Colossians
Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015 (message contributor)
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1. Introduction To Colossians (Col. 1:1-2)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Introduction to Colossians
Introduction Authorship Who is the author of the epistle to the Colossians? Tradition and scriptural evidence teaches that the apostle Paul is the author. Paul was a former Pharisee that persecuted and treated the early church as a false–teaching Jewish cult. However, while on his way ...read more
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2. Gospel–centered Friendships (Col. 4:7–18)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 4:7–18
Gospel–Centered Friendships “Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts. He is ...read more
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3. The Priorities Of The Heavenly Citizen
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:15–17
The Priorities of the Heavenly Citizen “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and ...read more
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4. Characteristics Of Effective Ministers (Col. 1:24–29)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 1:24–29
Characteristics of Effective Ministers “Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ's afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church. I have become its servant by the commission God gave me to present to you ...read more
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5. The Struggle Of Effective Ministers (Col. 2:1–7)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 2:1–7
The Struggle of Effective Ministers “I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally. My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete ...read more
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6. The Priorities Of The Heavenly Citizen: Part Two (Col. 3:15–17)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:15–17
The Priorities of the Heavenly Citizen: Part Two “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, ...read more
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7. Remaining Free In Christ (Col. 2:8–15)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 2:8–15
Remaining Free in Christ “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ. For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and you have been ...read more
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8. The Christian Worker (Col. 3:22–4:1)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:22–4:1
The Christian Worker “Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to win their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since ...read more
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9. The Clothing Of The Heavenly Citizen (Col. 3:5–14)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:5–14
The Clothing of the Heavenly Citizen “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming. You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. ...read more
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10. Developing A Heavenly Mindset (Col. 3:1–4)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:1–4
Developing a Heavenly Mindset “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, ...read more
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11. The Mission-Driven Life (Col. 4:2–6)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 4:2–6
The Mission-Driven Life “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Be wise in the way ...read more
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12. The Glory Of The Gospel (Col 1:1-8)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Colossians 1:1-8
The Glory of the Gospel “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colosse: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because ...read more
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13. Threats To The Believer’s Freedom In Christ (Col. 2:16–23)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 2:16–23
Threats to the Believer’s Freedom in Christ “Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. ...read more
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14. Spirit–led Prayer (Col. 1:9–14)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 1:9–14
Spirit–led Prayer “For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord ...read more
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15. God’s Design For The Family (Col. 3:18–21)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 3:18–21
God’s Design for the Family “Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become ...read more
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16. Spirit–led Prayer: Part Two (Col. 1:9–14)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 1:9–14
Spirit–led Prayer: Part Two “For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of ...read more
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17. The Preeminence Of Christ (Col. 1:15–19)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 1:15–19
The Preeminence of Christ “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. He is ...read more
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18. Knowing The Message Of Reconciliation (Col. 1:20–23)
Contributed on Jan 19, 2015
Exposition of Col. 1:20–23
Knowing the Message of Reconciliation “And through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. But ...read more