Sermons on Colossae:

"Onesimus"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Oct 9, 2004

This message deals with the relationship between Paul, Onesimus, and Philemon.

“Onesimus” Philemon Vs. 1-25 INTRODUCTION: Most people never READ the book of Philemon … can’t FIND it. It’s a little book … 1 chapter … 25 verses. BACKGROUND: Philemon was a Christian who lived in Colossae. Paul had led him to the Lord when Philemon was in Ephesus. The church at Colossae ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Jesus Series

Contributed by Clif Mckinley on Feb 6, 2015

Part 7 of 7 in a series looking at practical lesson we can learn form the 7 churches of Revelation

Revelation Week 7 “Choose Jesus” Today we are wrapping up our series called Revelation, we have been looking at Jesus final words to 7 churches & learning some practical lessons from what He had to say to them. If you missed any of them feee free to check them out on our Website, FB ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:16-17

Denomination: *other

True Spirituality

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

Overview of Colossians and its explanation of the Christ-like life.

Colossians: The Secret of True Spirituality Colossians 1:27-2:8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Janet loves the Lord. She is active in her church. She works hard at trying to do what’s right. But she still struggles. She wonders if ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Set Our Minds On Things Above!

Contributed by Gary Taber on Jul 31, 2010

As Christians we are in the world but not of the world.

Colossians 3: 1-11 Pray. Lord let the words of my mouth and the mediation of all our hearts be acceptable to you Lord our rock and salvation. This morning’s sermon is titled; Set you mind on things above. In the second reading from the book of Colossians Apostle Paul was addressing ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Seven, Part 15 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 9, 2014

Laodicea: The Chruch of Nauseating Ineffectiveness

The Seven, part 15 Laodicea: The Church of Nauseating Ineffectiveness Revelation 3:14-22 September 8, 2013 We are on our last letter this week, the letter to the church of Laodicea, what I am calling the church of nauseating Ineffectiveness. Laodicea is a church whose affluence had blinded them ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laodicea: The Church Of Nauseating Ineffectiveness Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 23, 2014

Laodicea: The Church of Nauseating Ineffectiveness

The Seven, part 15 Laodicea: The Church of Nauseating Ineffectiveness Revelation 3:14-22 September 8, 2013 We are on our last letter this week, the letter to the church of Laodicea, what I am calling the church of nauseating Ineffectiveness. Laodicea is a church whose affluence had blinded them ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel's Beautiful Fruit

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 15, 2025

We see in this sermon how the Apostle Paul celebrates the beautiful fruit of faith, love, and hope that is produced in our lives by the life-changing truth of the Gospel.

As the Apostle Paul begins his letter to the church in Colossae, he doesn't start with a list of problems or a deep theological lecture. He starts with gratitude. He begins by saying, "Thank you." Paul is overflowing with thankfulness for these believers. But what is he thankful for? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Oct 25, 2006

Learn how to conquer lukewarm Christianity in this message about the cure!

The Cure Conquering Lukewarm Christianity 06.11.06 I. Introduction Today we’re talking about “The Cure: Conquering Lukewarm Christianity.” Last week, Pastor Suzie began in the beginning talking about God’s relationship with Adam. Well, I want to take you to the end, to the book of Revelation. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember My Chains Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 24, 2008

Like some of Paul’s companions in prison, we may be held back by tasks too small, by shame, or even by our own prejudices. But once we accept our limitations as part of God’s will, they become ways to help others and fulfill our life callings.

If you suffer severe limitations, what do you wish for? What is your prayer, if you are bound by something that keeps you from doing what you really want to do? Do you wish you could be free from it? Likely you do. Do you even pray that you might have that limitation removed? I expect that I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Allen Calkins on Nov 24, 2009

The gospel transmitted to us is the most significant message ever given to man. It’s ability to transform the lives of those who by faith accept it as true and live in its truth cannot be overstated.

The Significance of the Gospel Colossians 1:1-8 INTRODUCTION In his book "Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life", Pastor Charles Swindoll tells a story about the 19th Century agnostic Thomas Huxley. Some of you might recognize the name Thomas Huxley as a man who promoted Darwinism and Humanism ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

An Excellent Reputation Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 26, 2009

The power of the gospel in the world and especially in the lives of the Colossian saints.

Imagine writing a letter to a pigmy living in the deepest, darkest parts of Africa. In your letter you must describe life in the Lower Blue Mountains. What would you say? How would you describe the fabric of our society? What is our reputation?   There’s lots of good things to write about: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Focus Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

What do we pray into the lives of other people? We pray for purpose, productivity, power and perspective

THE FOCUS OF PRAYER D.L. Moody once entered a tavern in order to ask the bartender if his two little girls might be allowed to attend his Sunday School. He was told that there was an atheist club that met in that bar every Thursday night and the owner of the bar did not want to offend them. Moody ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Freedom In Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 11, 2005

The freedom of forgiveness or the bondage of bitterness is a choice we make

FREEDOM OF FORGIVENESS COLOSSIANS 3 VERSES 12-17 “I had a brother once, and I betrayed him.” With these words, African writer Laurens Van der Post begins a wonderful book The Seed and the Sower, (I recommend you read it). The story is of two brothers from small South African village. The elder ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"A-Life" In Christ

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 13, 2007

Through our salvation in Christ, we are made alive in Him. Through His death, we find our life. Not only are we made alive through Christ’s death, but we begin a new life in Him, thus making us "A-life" in Christ. The sermon explores what it means to

“A-Life” in Christ Colossians 2:6-15 Stephen H. Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church July 29, 2007 9th Sunday After Pentecost Friends, you and I are alive and have “a-life” in Christ! In our reading today from Colossians, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Christians in the young Church ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is Coming But First: Thanksgiving

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 22, 2010

A good seasonal spiritual wish-list should include a desire for a joyful and grateful spirit.

Title: Christmas Is Coming but First: Thanksgiving Text: Colossians 1:10-14 Thesis: A good seasonal wish-list should include a desire for a joyful and grateful spirit.. Introduction This morning you may be expecting that my thoughts are going to reflect a concern that retailers are so bent on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational