Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Colossians 1:12:

showing 121-135 of 338
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Clear Scripture Filters

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • What God Wants For His Children

    Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,571 views

    A sermon focusing on what God wants in the lives of his children; a call to obedient growth.

    What God Wants for His Children Col. 1:9-12 I. God wants us to grow in knowledge him. A. Paul’s prayer reflected two areas in which God wanted the Colossians to experience growth. 1. He wanted them to grow in the knowledge of his will—in the knowledge of truth 2. He wanted them to grow in ...read more

  • Outward, Upward And Inward

    Contributed by Steven Davis on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,244 views

    Faith directs us to glorify God, to serve others and to build ourselves spiritually - all at the same time.

    Sometimes, when I watch sports at home, Hannah will sit down beside me and watch the game with me for a few minutes. Eventually she'll ask who's playing and who are the good guys and who are the bad guys. Then she'll say something to the effect of “whoever wins – I like!” Now, in ...read more

  • Fruit Bearing Fruit Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 20, 2010
     | 9,573 views

    What is most necessary for our growth in sanctification?

    Fruit Bearing Fruit Colossians 1:3-23 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI July 18, 2010 Series: Through the Bible in a Year It was about nine years ago that Rachel and I planted some gladiolus bulbs in front of our house – well… really Rachel planted them. I had been gone for some reason ...read more

  • Seeking God's Guidance Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 25, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,352 views

    To find and know and live God

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: July 7, 2010 Date Preached: July 11, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Finding God’s Guidance in this World Title: Seeking God’s Guidance Text: Col 1:9-12 (ESV) 9 And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, ...read more

  • Living Rich In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Aug 1, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,424 views

    The final sermon in the Living in Christ sermon series - this one works from the point of our riches found in Christ Jesus.

    Concordia Lutheran Church Pentecost 10, Aug. 1, 2010 Living Rich in…Christ Colossian 3:1-11 ,Ecc. 1 and Luke 13:13-21 † In Jesus Name † My brothers and sisters in Christ, as you set your view, and your life’s direction on things above, may you realize the rich freedom you have in ...read more

  • How Can I Live A Life That Makes God Smile?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,864 views

    This passage not only lets us know that it's possible to live a life that pleases God, it then goes on to share four things present in that kind of life.

    MOVING PAST "I HOPE SO. . .": God has given us the opportunity and means to live a life that makes Him smile. - Colossians 1:10 – “may please Him in every way” - An interesting idea: living to make God smile. - When you ask many people whether they’re going to heaven, ...read more

  • Why I Reject Evolution Series

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Mar 15, 2011
    based on 40 ratings
     | 43,451 views

    A classic sermon from the Adrian Rogers Legacy Collection biblically refuting the concept of evolution.

    This Sermon From Adrian Rogers Legacy Collection Used By Permission © 2010 www.ARLC.org Colossians chapter 1—before I tell you what I don’t believe, let me tell you what I do believe. I can give it to you in a few verses, with gratefulness. I want to join the Apostle Paul in saying, ...read more

  • A Christian Pleases God Series

    Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,789 views

    This message defines the Christians as a person who pleases God, and incredible truth for every follower of Christ.

    A PERSON WHO PLEASES GOD COLOSSIANS 1:9-14 Last week we look at 7 blessings that Christians have. These included: God’s Word; Grace; Peace; a Heavenly Father; faith; love, and hope in God. Today we will see that another definition of a Christian is someone who pleases the Lord in every way. I. ...read more

  • Being Smart About God's Will Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 9, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,765 views

    Knowledge of the Gospel, love for others and prayer are the keys to coming to know God’s will for our lives -- then we must act on it in order to please Him.

    Being Smart about God’s Will Love and wisdom; God and you Colossians 1:9-12 The Colossians had experienced hope. The Gospel delivered to them had presented them with the promise of the kingdom and that promise had given them hope, which in turn gave rise to active faith and love. This faith and ...read more

  • The Power Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by John Boquist on Jul 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,382 views

    Our lives, individually and corporately, can display the power of the gospel.

    Text: Colossians 1:1-14 Title: The Power of the Gospel Most of the time, when we’re speaking or writing, we tend to put the most important information at the front end then move on from there. At the beginning of this letter, Paul and his partner Timothy give a warm greeting in the first verses, ...read more

  • "Becoming Christian"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,504 views

    Paul’s process of growing spiritually

    “Becoming Christian” August 3, 2008 “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints— the faith and love that spring from the hope that is stored up for you in heaven ...read more

  • Scriptural Sainthood

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Nov 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,688 views

    This message deals with the qualities of a true saint of God--those who are born again believers in Christ.

    Scriptural Sainthood Text: Col. 1:12, 13 Intro: What thoughts or images come to mind when someone mentions the word “saint”? Some associate the term with the Pope, or those whom the Catholic Church has granted the title or standing of “Sainthood,” such as Mother Theresa. ...read more

  • Praying For Others Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 13, 2011
    based on 55 ratings
     | 38,741 views

    Sometimes we wonder how to pray for missionaries and other leaders we have never met. Paul had never met the Colossians, but he faithfully prayed for them. His prayers teach us how to pray for others, whether we know them or not.

    COLOSSIANS 1: 9-12 PRAYING FOR OTHERS [Ezekiel 22:30] Every Christian can minister directly to the spiritual well-being of other believers without seeing or speaking to them. We can play a role in their spiritual growth, and even secure God's blessings for them. Intercessory pray accomplishes ...read more

  • Healthy Living

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Nov 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,974 views

    There are two keys to healthy spiritual life according to Paul's prayer: being filled with the knowledge of God's will and then walking in that knowledge.

    Living healthy – what does it mean? Keeping the weight off, not smoking, not drinking, eating lots of fruit and vegetables, exercising every day, plenty of rest, plenty of fluids. All these are good ways to keep our God-given body in good condition. But how do you keep your spiritual health ...read more

  • Grow Series

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Aug 18, 2011
     | 9,296 views

    First message in a series through Colossians. We are expected to GROW

    OPEN: Today we are going to be starting in a new series of messages as we start to look at the letter to the Colossians. Every time a pastor starts a new year there is a great deal of prayer that goes into asking the Lord, "What is it that you want me to do with your people this year? On what ...read more