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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Remember My Chains Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 24, 2008
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    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Duane Smith avatar

    May You Stand Perfect And Complete In The Will Of God Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Nov 17, 2009
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    The purpose of this message was to help us take stock in the massage of the letter to the Colossians and to encourage us to get involved in the work of the church and kingdom of God.

    MAY YOU STAND PERFECT AND COMPLETE IN THE WILL OF GOD Colossians 4:7-18 INTRODUCTION A. This morning we come to the end of the road in our trek through the book of Colossians 1. It was a trip that began on May 31, 2009 2. And will have taken 14 messages to complete 3. I hope you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Is So Important For A Church

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 6, 2009
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    A church must remember that prayer is so important in preparing His people to live for Christ and to share His love with others as we carry out His Great Commission.

    PRAYER IS SO IMPORTANT FOR A CHURCH Colossians 4:1-18 Proposition: A church must remember that prayer is so important in preparing His people to live for Christ and to share His love with others as we carry out His Great Commission. Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4 Things To Do

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
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    4 Things to do (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: chapter 4 verses 2-18. The chapter nicely divides into 4 sections: (1). Praying (verse 2-4 & 12-13). 2Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Partners In Christ

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
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    Partners in Christ (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Partners in Christ Reading: Colossians chapter 4 verses 7-18. • The apostle Paul was a great friend-maker, • There are more than 100 different Christians (named and un-named); • Associated with Paul in the Book of Acts and in his letters. • Ill Romans chapter 16 he names 26 different friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Jesus Christ, The One And Only; Revealed In His Church Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 14, 2007
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     | 13,115 views

    These are the kind of verses we tend to skim over. But to have your name mentioned in the Word of God is no small thing! Paul mentions those who stayed and prayed and one who strayed.

    Colossians Series # 5 CHCC: December 10, 2006 Jesus Christ, the One and Only Glorified in His Church Colossians 4 (outline adapted from Warren Wiersbe) Scripture Reading: Colossians 4:2-6 INTRODUCTION: This is the last sermon in our series on the book of Colossians --- which was all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Poms avatar

    The Overlooked Miracle

    Contributed by Jeff Poms on Jan 18, 2007
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    This is designed to get ya going and realize that God has not only purpose for you but a plan with a means to accomplish that purpose as long as we arent idle.

    The Over-Looked Miracle Ask if any play a sport? Talk about track runner, I knew a guy who freshman in college went for track and thought his coach was missing a few screws in his head b/c all the running they had to do the first day to try out, 20 minute run, 15 minute run jog the track for 5 ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Closer Than A Brother

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 25, 2007
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    In this text, Paul lists some good friends, which could be categorized in this way. 1- Staying friends 2- Praying friends 3- Straying friends

    INTRO.- Do you know what is closer than a brother? A good friend. A faithful friend is closer than a brother. Prov. 18:24 “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” Do you have a friend who sticks closer than a brother? Or did you ever? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Pat Cook avatar

    With Friends Like These Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
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    #14 in series. What kind of qualities does Paul commend? What are we to do with this list? Convert to "checklistianity"?

    Colossians 4:7-17 – With Friends Like These Turn with me to the book of Colossians, almost for the last time. Today we are looking at Paul’s list of friends, as found in 4:7-17. Next week we wrap up the book, looking at 4:18, thinking of Paul’s chains, and our own. Today we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Heed To The Ministry!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 20, 2014
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    As believers we have the call of God on our lives, and are equipped by the Spirit for a particular ministry that we should do well to take heed unto.

    Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Words Of Encouragement” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 17, 2019
     | 7,188 views

    Paul helps us identify four types of persons who we need to intentionally encourage.

    In 2 Corinthians 7:6, Paul describes our God as One “who encourages those who are discouraged . . .” (NLT). Indeed, if we are going to live in a godly fashion, we will find that we are called to be encouragers of others. God comes alongside the discouraged to offer encouragement. We, therefore, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    We Serve The Same Grace Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2014
     | 6,174 views

    The ultimate purpose and focus of our service is to reveal Christ to the world around us. We are called to live lives that reflect and project the grace of God in all we do and say. Paul calls on the believers at Colossae to shine forth God's grace!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: Oct 15, 2014 Date Preached: Oct 19, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Grace! Sermon Text: Colossians 4:2-18 [ESV] Introduction: What is grace? What do we mean when we use the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Transforming Friendships

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2017
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    The gaining of friends depends upon the ability of a person to demonstrate friendliness toward others. Anyone who is a friend himself will always meet others who are eager to return his kindness and interest.

    11-7-05 Title: Transforming Friendships Text: “Tychicus, a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,” (Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Brown avatar

    Gospel–centered Friendships (Col. 4:7–18) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015
     | 9,295 views

    Exposition of Col. 4:7–18

    Gospel–Centered Friendships “Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts. He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Standing Together Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017
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     | 6,259 views

    How do you overcome the loneliness of our existential human condition? In Christ there is no Lone Ranger-no Ranger at all. We are all connected, and work much better in teams

    11 Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews among my co-workers for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me. 12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand ...read more

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