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The Supreme Question Of Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 15, 2003

based on 405 ratings

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Many scholars believe this passage was based on a hymn that was sung by the early church. We all need to answer the question: Is Christ prominent in my life, or is He preeminent? He doesn’t just want a place in our lives, He demands first place.

The Supreme Question of Life In Thursday’s Washington Post, an article appeared about a new church in the state of Maryland. I won’t reveal the name of the denomination that is behind this endeavor because I don’t want to publicly criticize it from the pulpit. You can look it up when this sermon ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Why Worship Jesus (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Apr 16, 2003

based on 76 ratings

| 2,376 views

This is the second of a two-part message on the clear teaching of Scripture that Jesus is God.

April 6, 2003 Colossians 1:15-20 “Why worship Jesus?” (pt. 2) INTRODUCTION Last week, we began to look at Colossians 1:15-20 and the top ten reasons to worship Jesus. Worship is the key to the health of any church and every Christian. It is central to who we are and should impact ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - In A Compartment Or In Control? Series

Contributed by Geoff Etherton on Apr 18, 2003

based on 15 ratings

| 3,539 views

Asking whether Jesus is merely another compartment in our lives, or if He is in control of all of our lives

Jesus: in a compartment or in control? Col 1:15-20 Full Script version Key verse: ‘He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together’ (v.17) Big idea: To ask: ‘Is Jesus merely a compartment of our lives, or is He in control’? Service Sheet: Title of talk What’s so special about ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Our God Is An Awesome God

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

based on 95 ratings

| 50,279 views

Discovering the "Awesomeness" of God

Title: Our God is an Awesome God! Text: Multi-texted Introduction: Two outs, bottom of the ninth, bases loaded, three balls, two strikes on the hitter, losing by 3 runs. The batter approaches the plate. (What is the coach doing? Wringing his hands, pacing, sweat is coursing off his brow. CAN ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:6-9, Deuteronomy 33:26-27, Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why It Is Important To Preach The Supremacy Of Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 4, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 6,420 views

We live in an age when nobody seemingly wants to feel inferior. As a result, there is an never-ending onslaught in the media about the need to be tolerant of differences for the sake of harmony and goodwill. A poll by George Barna showed that 67% of Ameri

Why it is Important to Preach the Supremacy of Christ We live in an age when nobody seemingly wants to feel inferior. As a result, there is an never-ending onslaught in the media about the need to be tolerant of differences for the sake of harmony and goodwill. A poll by George Barna showed that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is Lord Because Of Who He Is Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 8, 2003

based on 73 ratings

| 21,875 views

In almost every church, someone eventually says "I am in Charge Here!" So - who is in charge in the church? Is it someone with a position of authority, or is it someone who has has a unique experience from God? Or could it be both?

OPEN: A young sentry was on guard duty for the 1st time, and he had orders not to admit any car unless it had a special identification seal on its bumper. About the middle of the night, an unmarked car approached his guard shack and the sentry stopped it. Inside, was a general and his driver. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Universality Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 11, 2003

based on 23 ratings

| 13,186 views

Thanks to Constantine’s move, the church gradually began to think of its universality as power rather than as an evangelical mandate. Christ is to be lord of our political life, our cultural life, our everyday life -- every aspect.

Christ is lord of all! What a bold statement! Maybe even an arrogant statement! Lord of all? Do we believe that? It was said of one preacher that “for tender minds he served up half a Christ.” Behind that lie two realities – first, that many of us don’t want the full gospel, we’d rather just ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13, Colossians 1:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Greatness Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 1,404 views

This sermon explores knowing God more deeply through understanding His grandeur in creation, His grace in redemption, and His greatness in majesty.

Good morning, dear friends. It’s a joy to gather together again, to share in the fellowship of one another, to sing praises to our God, and to sit under the teaching of His Holy Word. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds towards the grandeur of God, His grace in redemption, and His ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16-17, Acts 5:30, Psalm 145:1-3

Topics: Greatness, God

We Are Created To Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 952 views

Explores the profound truth and transformative power of knowing Christ, urging believers to seek a deeper relationship with Him.

Well, good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing to gather in God's house today? As we gather together, let's remember that we are not mere spectators, but active participants in this grand symphony of faith. We are here to seek Him, to know Him, and to be known by Him. Today, we will be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-19

Topics: Ownership, Supremacy

All Things To Himself

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000

based on 60 ratings

| 3,587 views

A devotion to rejoice by

“GIVING THANKS TO THE FATHER, WHO HAS QUALIFIED US TO SHARE IN THE INHERITANCE OF THE SAINTS IN LIGHT. 13 FOR HE DELIVERED US FROM THE DOMAIN OF DARKNESS, AND TRANSFERRED US TO THE KINGDOM OF HIS BELOVED SON, 14 IN WHOM WE HAVE REDEMPTION, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS. 15 AND HE IS THE IMAGE OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-20

Denomination: Orthodox

How Low Can You Get?

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 28, 2000

based on 210 ratings

| 5,419 views

Can you out-sin God's Grace and Love?

How Low Can You Get? Luke 23:33-43 “One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, "Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!" But the other one rebuked him, saying, "Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation?" [23:39-40] Luke, who ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17, Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Invisible God And The Radio Controlled Car

Contributed by John Foster on Jan 8, 2002

based on 146 ratings

| 8,206 views

Mini childrens address is to demonstrate that just because we can’t see God doesn’t mean that He doesn’t exist. In fact by looking at what he has created we see the evidence of God’s presence.

The object of this mini childrens address is to demonstrate that just because we can’t see God doesn’t mean that He doesn’t exist. In fact by looking at what he has created we see the evidence of God’s presence. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Props:- I use a remote controlled toy ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-16

Denomination: Methodist

Supremacy And Sufficiency Of Christ

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jan 15, 2002

based on 140 ratings

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This sermon outlines the main ideas of Col 1:15-20 emphasising the pre-emminence of Christ over the cosmos.

Col 1:15-20 (Part 1) Intro [Illustration] When I was in the Army me and a few mates were tasked with piqueting a truck laden with ammunition on a Friday night. Well, as you can imagine most young men had other things planned rather than guarding a truck on a Friday night. So we sat around ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Still Sufficient And Supreme

Contributed by Michael Bird on Feb 8, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 5,271 views

Deals with the text of Col 1:15-20 by expositing its rich Christological significance.

Col 1: 15-20 - Still Sufficient and Supreme (full text) In our survey of Col 1:15-20 we are now up to course five of this amazing Christological feast of the person and work of Christ. Course Five: Christ the Pope v.18a In 1376 John Wycliffe, a lecturer at Oxford University, wrote a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Get It Right Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 9, 2002

based on 314 ratings

| 17,037 views

This is the 1st sermon in the "Who Is Jesus Christ" series. This sermon ask the question, "Why do we worship Jesus?"

Sunday Morning February 10, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Who Is Jesus Christ [#1] LET’S GET IT RIGHT! Colossians 1:13-23 Introduction: 1. The Lord has burdened my heart that as your pastor I must stop a problem that has been going on for a long time. 2. Please don’t take this wrong, but ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

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