Sermons on Colossians 1:11-17:

Eternal Reason To Say "Thanks" Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 21, 2017

He loves us. How can this be? I don’t know, but it’s something worth saying “thanks” for, and it is always true, every day, including those days when everything seems to be going wron

Colossians 1:12-14 Thanks. There’s that word again-thanks. How often do you say ‘thanks’? When someone brings you a cup of coffee, do you say thanks? I think most of our times of giving thanks are related to immediate actions before us. But Paul offers us something we can be grateful for every ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: *other

Jesus: "He Is…”

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 8, 2017

Jesus is… – Colossians chapter 1 verses 15-20 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Jesus, is the image of the invisible God (vs 15a) (2). Jesus is the firstborn of all creation (vs 15b) (3). Jesus is the creator God (vs 16-17). (4). Jesus is the head of the church (vs 18). (5). Jesus is the fullness of God (vs 19). (6). Jesus is the saviour (vs 20). SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Brethren

Passion To Pursue Christ Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 30, 2018

Message 10 from Philippians exploring Paul's passion to pursue Jesus above all.

"Passion to Pursue Jesus” Paul’s letter to the Jesus followers living in a Greek city called Philippi contains the necessary ingredients of a life of “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. I. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS -- SUPERIOR PERSPECTIVE The Exaltation of Christ in Everything Passion to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14, Colossians 1:11-12, Ephesians 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Redemption Series

Contributed by Kevin O'connor on May 2, 2018

Jesus in his death and resurrection became our Kinsman Redeemer

From Darkness to Light “Redemption” Colossians 1:12-14 Redeemed for a Purpose 1. Redeemed to be free. 2. Redeemed to be holy. 3. Redeemed to enjoy your true citizenship in heaven. 4. Redemption was made possible because of the heart of the redeemer. Redemption is the purchase of your debt, by ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Endurance In Turbulent Times Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 16, 2018

Message 37 in our exposition of Romans. This message considers the instruction to endure turbulent times.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Navigating Turbulent Times with endurance -- Romans 12:12 Review Renewed thinking always precedes consistent transformed living. D. Think and live wisely through turbulent times 12:12 Last week we maintained that this world has experienced turbulent ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Colossians 1:11-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

You Gotta Have Wisdom To Grow Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Jan 13, 2014

Only when believers are controlled by Biblical knowledge are they able to walk worthy and please the Lord

Background: (1:1-2) • Last week we learned that before we can say that Christ is all I need, we must have solid faith in the gospel. If a person does not believe in the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ, then they are not Christians. And the telling sign that someone is truly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

You Gotta Know Your Deity Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Jan 20, 2014

God the Father is only pleased when His Son is honored and given preeminence.

Introduction: Journey through the book of Colossians. Background: • Chapter 1 is all about Paul presenting a solid case that these Christians did not need any more knowledge from outside sources, the Word made flesh is sufficient. In order to grow as Christians and at the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thankfulness With A Grateful Heart; Why?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 24, 2014

The apostle Paul always gives thanks in his prayers and so thanksgiving needs to be a major part of our prayers. Jesus did it, and so did Paul, and look at their ministries, and the word “thanks” used here comes from the Greek word “Eucharist”.

Deuteronomy 30:9-14 Psalm 25:1-9 Colossians 1:1-14 Luke 10:25-37 Summary: The apostle Paul always gives thanks in his prayers and so thanksgiving needs to be a major part of our prayers. Jesus did it, and so did Paul, and look at their ministries, and the word “thanks” used here ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal

Jesus: Why?!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 18, 2017

A 3 week look at who Jesus is and why He deserves our worship!

JESUS: WHY?! March 19, 2016 Colossians 1:15-20 Have you ever asked yourself this question . . . . If I had the chance to tell someone about Jesus — someone who had never heard about Jesus and who didn't know anything about Jesus — what would I tell them? What would I want them to know about this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

“three Questions For Us To Ask God” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 15, 2013

How can we discover the purpose for life?

Today we are begin a new series called “Don’t Duck Your Destiny.” We’re going to talk about living the purposeful life God calls us to live. I want to be right up front and say that if we are going to discover the reasons why we are here and the purposes we should be living ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of Our God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 23, 2014

God did it all for us so we could have peace in our lives

THE GLORY OF OUR GOD Colossians 1: 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Are On The Same Team Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 10, 2014

We are on the same team, we may serve different roles but we are on the same team. If you are on the team you should be on the field!

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 28, 2014 Date Preached: September 7, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Are On The SAME Team! Sermon Text: Colossians 1:1-12 [ESV] Introduction: Have any of you seen all the rukus going ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism 2

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 1, 2013

What is our motivation for evangelism? Are we safe in our "cocoon" of personal salvation or do we see the lost people of the world as those who are truly in danger of an eternity without the Lord?

Last Sunday we took a look at some of the attitudes we need and which we might encounter as we seek to tell others about the salvation that can only be found in Jesus Christ. We need to be ready for some “push back” - preconceived ideas We need to be ready to engage the “down and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:6-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Glory Of God

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 8, 2013

1. Man Displays Glory 2. God Displays Glory 3. Omnipotent Power 4. Glorious Power 5. Righteous Power 6. Legal Power 7. Glorify His Power

The Glory Of God Colossians 1:16 (AV) 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 1. Man Displays Glory - 4th of July we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Boss

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 19, 2019

Who’s boss? Is Jesus Christ really the Lord of your life? At this very moment, Jesus Christ is the Lord of your life, or He is not. Either you have surrendered your life to Him and He is running the show, or you are still at the help of your life.

Who’s Boss? Colossians 1:15-18 ; Philippians 2:5-11 1. God said He was Acts 2:36 2. Because of creation Colossians 1:15-18 3. Jesus said He was John 13:13 4. It is His destiny Phil 2:5-11 5. Because He bought us 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 6. God’s plan is best. Jeremiah 29:11 Who’s boss? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist