Sermons on Colossians 4:3:

Evangelism As A Lifestyle

Contributed by Joshua Tilley on May 24, 2018

This is one portion of a study of evangelism focusing on naturally living a life of evangelism.

Evangelism as a Lifestyle Col 4:3-4 At the same time, pray also for us that God may open a door to us for the message, to speak the mystery of the Messiah, for which I am in prison, so that I may reveal it as I am required to speak. Paul prays for opportunity to speak to his prison guards and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7-8, Colossians 4:3-4

Effective Doors

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 13, 2016

Though your plans are good, they still require prayers

Paul, though presently in jail for preaching the gospel (Col. 4:2-4), continued to see a needy world to whom Jesus’s salvation must be preached and he sought for prayers in order to be able to reach the world for Christ. This is how we should be, praying for everything and the needs of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Election Results From A Biblical Perspective

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 15, 2016

The Nov. 8, 2016 election results represent an open door of opportunity for the American Church? What now? What will we do with this opportunity? What is at stake? This message is a prophetic call to seize the day!

A monumental event occurred in America last Tuesday. The media has been talking about it ever since. Some people are so upset about it that they are rioting in the streets. Although there is some evidence that some of that was planned and people bussed in to make it happen. The point is that people ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017

Paul promotes the purposes of prayer as Watchfulness, Thankfulness and Effectiveness.

42 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And 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 am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-6

Denomination: *other

Impact Your World Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 2, 2013

We are all called to make an impact on our world.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • If you ever watch many sporting events after a while you start to hear the term, IMPACT PLAYER. A team will say they are one impact player away from winning a championship. • On a team, obviously you have players, but an impact player is someone special. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Heed To The Ministry!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 20, 2014

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

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give God Your Time Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Feb 9, 2016

Give It Up

Give God Your Time 1. There is a petition required for opportunities - Colossians 4:3 2. There is an opposition against opportunities - I Corinthians 16:9 3. There is a recognition needed in opportunities - II Corinthians 2:12 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Walk Of Maturity Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 16, 2015

Spiritual maturity will be evident in our prayer lives and our speech.

The Walk of Maturity Colossians 4:2-13 In this last section of this wonderful book of Colossians we have the Apostle Paul’s final words to this church. This section speaks of the importance of spiritual maturity by giving us the two areas of our lives where spiritual maturity are evident, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-13

Denomination: Baptist

Redeeming The Time Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 30, 2021

New Year's: Kairos (God’s time) vs. kronos (the devil’s time). Kairos looks for what God is getting ready to do in the present moment; but kronos is a distraction that keeps people from using their lives - and time - wisely for the Lord.

To begin our message, I want to point out a couple of concerns we often hear expressed by pastors and church leaders, which are: 1.) Christians rarely share their faith, and 2.) Christians are not going to church as often as they once did. If these concerns are legitimate – which I believe they are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, Ephesians 5:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer: Points Of Light

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 2, 2016

We tend to neglect the most powerful weapon we have -- prayer. God delights in answering prayers in harmony with who he is. Let us pray!

1. The Brooklyn Tabernacle * Originally established in 1847 as Presbyterian and grew to be about 6000 members; Nondenominational today * When Jim and Carol Cymbala moved to the congregation in 1971 it had dwindled to 30 members * They had to work secular jobs to make ends meet * Jim began a Tuesday ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Serve The Same Grace Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2014

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

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 1, 2020

A powerful "Jesus Only" lifestyle is characterized by our behavior, our prayer and our speech. Paul concludes Colossians with this emphatic reminder.

Walk In Wisdom  To hear the sermon, please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2238320 Intro: • Holiday stress. • Good timing as we finish Colossians today. • Paul’s practical advice on a “Jesus-only” lifestyle in terms of how we deal with the world around us. Pray ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grabbing The Opportunuty

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 30, 2018

daily we meet opportunities -- but what can we do with it?

“How To Make The Most Out Of Your Opportunities” Colossians 4:2-6 David P Nolte We all have daily opportunities to be all we can be, to learn lessons of trust and obedience, to serve God and man faithfully. It may be some pain or suffering, or sorrow, or loss. It may be an encounter with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reaching Upward, Inward And Outward

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 14, 2019

In this sermon, I present our congregation's theme for the year. We want to focus on growing our relationship with God, our relationships in the church, and our outreach to the world.

Introduction: A. Once there was a football team who had never won a game. 1. So one day before practice the coach decided to have a talk with them. 2. He told them, “Boys, our offense is bad, our defense is horrible, and our special teams are the worst I have ever seen, so today we are going back ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Colossians 2:6-7, Colossians 3:12-16, Colossians 4:2-6, Mark 16:15, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Dialogue -- Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018

Second in prayer series dealing with the purpose of Prayer

“Divine Dialogue” Part Two I. PERSEPCTIVE ON PRAYER -- What is it? A. PRAYER MISUNDERSTOOD & MISUSED B. PRAYER PROPERLY UNDERSTOOD As we have emphasized, prayer is simply humble conversation with God both as Sovereign King and Loving Father. Prayer is honest expression of our heart to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 4:2-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance