Sermons on Colossians 3:1-23:

Being Right-Minded

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 24, 2011

We are in the world but are not be 'of it', in the sense of having the same outlook and values of non-Christians. We are not called to be pious and sanctimonious, but to be 'Christ-minded', being 'different' in such a way that we are 'lights' to those aro

Colossians 3:1-17 Paul wrote in Colossian 3:2 ‘Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth’ ‘for you have died’ – he meant spiritually; he meant to the things that the world, those around us, consider important. This reinforces what Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Characteristics Of A Christian Home Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

This message describes what a Christian home should look like.

The Christian Home Colossians 3 REFLECTION: If Christianity was against the Law, would there be enough evidence to convict you? Shortly after his marriage, G. Campbell Morgan’s father visited his new home. When asked what he thought of it his father responded, “Yes, it is very ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Characters Of A Christian Home Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

This describes the individual responsibilities in the home.

The Christian Home Part 2 Colossians 3 REFLECTION: We recently looked at the Characteristics of a Christian Home. By comparing our homes and hearts with the blueprint of God’s word, we can see areas that need some “Home Improvement.” DIRECTION: Now we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Tragedy Of Sunday Morning Religion

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jul 19, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers of the importance of daily worship.

Introduction All right, turn please, if you would, with me tonight, to Colossians, chapter 3. And, I want to begin reading, for devotion tonight, Colossians 3, beginning in verse 16. And, it speaks of worship—and that’s what we’ve been doing tonight: “Let the word of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Nazarene Knight

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 2, 2011

Reveals the picture of what the Christian should look like

“The Nazarene Knight” August 7, 2011 Colossians 3: 1-17: “1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

"Can You Spare Some Change"

Contributed by William R Lutz on Jun 3, 2014

SERMON ON THE NEED AND ABILITY TO CHANGE.

IN A FEW DAYS WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO STEP INTO A NEW YEAR NOT CRAWL, DURING THIS TIME OF YEAR WE REFLECT UPON THE PAST AND RETHINK OUR FUTURE....... WHILE WE REFLECT WE HAVE A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO RECAST OUR FUTURE BY SEPARATING THE THINGS IN LIFE AND MINISTRY THAT WE NEED TO CHANGE AND THE ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keep Your Head In The Clouds

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jun 9, 2014

Keep your mind set on heavenly things and avoid the trappings of earthly struggles and temptations

INTRODUCTION 1. Most often people tell you to “get your head out of the clouds” a. That phrase is most often spoken to day-dreamers b. But it offers us opportunity to consider what Paul is saying in Colossians 3:1-4 2. Christians should have our heads in the clouds a. Our thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Still Small Voice

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jun 15, 2014

The still small voice of the Lord succeeds where others fail and are of no avail.

Quotes: “There is nothing that moves a loving father's soul quite like his child's cry.” ~ Joni Eareckson Tada “When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry.” ~ William Shakespeare “He didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Does Eternity Matter Now? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014

To deny the reality of an eternal realm simply because we haven’t experienced it yet may be like the days of ocean travel before Columbus. They assumed they would sail off the edge of a flat world.

Why Does Eternity Matter…Now? Series: AfterLife Brad Bailey - May 25, 2014 Intro… I can feel something beginning to happen inside my kids…yearbooks are coming out…parties… plans….summer is coming…and even though still weeks away there is a restless ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Free From The Past

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

Many are looking for something, but are unaware of what they are looking for.

BREAKING FREE FROM THE PAST Colossians 3: 1-11 In an old Candid Camera episode, an actor is on a busy sidewalk and begins looking at the ground. He walks around a bit and continues to look down. People are passing by him and a few give him strange looks. After a couple minutes, he decides to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other

"Start Training Today" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 17, 2014

We need to train as if going to battle.Many of us are weak and fight only in the flesh.

The Ultimate Decision June 26, 2014 If I were to coach you in track for distance I would gather you together and find out your current level of fitness. We would find out how fast you could run a mile. If you could run a 5 minute mile that would be 75 second laps for 4 laps. To start training we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Heavenly Inclined

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2014

To show that we are need to be more inclined, proned or affected with heavenly things not on earthly things.

I. EXORDIUM: What are you prone to do? Heaven or earth If unbelievers are prone to accidents, we are prone to heaven. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are need to be more inclined, proned or affected with heavenly things not on earthly things. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Way To Live Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 12, 2013

We can experience true joy and transformation if we will take the challenge to strive to seek A New Way To Live!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One of the things most of us dread the most is one of the things that life is all about; change! • We resist change, we fight change, we complain and about change. • Life is really about change, particularly when it comes to our life in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living The Life Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 16, 2013

Four imperatives for Christian living.

LIVING THE LIFE OF CHRIST. Colossians 3:1-11. The doctrinal basis for the imperatives of this section is found in the fact that the ‘saints and faithful brethren’ (Colossians 1:2) have been “raised” with Christ. This connects with the symbols of baptism and new life in the previous chapter ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All In The Family:putting The Pieces Together Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 19, 2013

God gives us a picture of what the family puzzle should look like. I pray His picture is what we are modeling!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you have put together a puzzle sometime in your life or you like to put together puzzles now as a hobby? • I used to do a lot of puzzles because my mother loves to put them together. • There is some unexplainable satisfaction derived ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ