Sermons on Colossians 4:2-8:

Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks Living

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 26, 2019

Turkey? Maybe a turkey regrets THANKSGIVING... but we should be THANKS LIVING... God has be so good to us... Do we give thanks with a grateful heart? Did you know prayer should be part of THANKSGIVING?

THANKS GIVING VS THANKS LIVING… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHO HAVE YOU THANKED TODAY? Did you write a note or text of thanksgiving? Did you call or visit some old person and give them thanks? Have you ever thanked a teacher or preacher? Or do you think THANKSGIVING is about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1, Colossians 4:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying With Jesus: Our Father Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 12, 2019

The Lord's Prayer begins with defining the relationship: God our Father is strong, loving, and faithful/

Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! I know I really shouldn’t, but…” “Man, what was I thinking? How did I let it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, Isaiah 57:15, Colossians 4:4-6, John 1:12-13, Deuteronomy 33:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Time

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 27, 2019

Today’s sermon is my today’s birthday message, not only to others but also to myself. I am today that age of 80 when Moses was called by God.

‘TIME’ Today’s sermon is my today’s birthday message not only to others but also to myself. James 4:14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. 15: For that ye ought to say, If the Lord ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14, Colossians 4:5, Psalm 90:10, Malachi 3:6, John 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

#5 Attraction, Not Promotion Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

Christianity represents God’s truth and becomes most appealing when our words and deeds match.

Today we complete our study of the book of Colossians. Paul wrote this letter and three others (Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) while in prison awaiting trial. Paul is the consummate leader. He is always trying to spread the gospel even while battling outside forces. In Paul’s writing of this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transforming Friendships

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2017

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

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Effective Communication

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Feb 27, 2020

Healthy or effective communication breathes life into every relationship.

THE POWER OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION "The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, And his tongue talks of justice." Psalm 37:30. Effective communication skills can be developed and experienced when our mouths are full of God’s wisdom. "Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:30, Colossians 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Prayer Of Rest And Unceasing Prayer Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

This is the 3rd Address in the four part Lenten Series on Prayer

Prayer of Rest and paradoxically Unceasing Prayer Story: A business manager went on holiday to an island in Greece. One day, while he was on the beach, he was called up on his mobile phone by his secretary, wanting some help. He gave her some instructions and told her to call him back when ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Revelation 5:6-10, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Romans 12:12, Colossians 4:2, Philippians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Thrive (Part 1)- Thriving In Our Time Series

Contributed by Kory Ferree on Aug 7, 2017

You were made for more than to just barely get by or merely survive… you were made to come alive in Christ, to strive toward Him and thrive in your life.

You were made for more than to just barely get by or merely survive. You were made to come alive in Christ, to strive toward Him and thrive in your life. We are called as Christians to be more than conquerors through Christ, Who loves us and lives through us. As believers, we have this beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24, Romans 8:31-39, Ephesians 5:15-17, Colossians 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

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

A Bunch Of Losers! Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017

We know almost nothing about Tychicus or Mark or Onesimus, except Mark and Onesimus failed horribly. Yet they figure prominently in Paul's final comments to the Colossian church. Losing isn't the end of their story, or yours.

fellow servant in the Lord. 8 I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts. 9 He is coming with Onesimus, our faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you everything that is happening here.10 My ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-10

Denomination: *other

Sermon On Diffidence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 9, 2022

Diffidence is defined as modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence.

John Balguy, an English divine and philosopher once remarked: “Whoever is wise is apt to suspect and be diffident of himself, and upon that account is willing to "hearken unto counsel,” whereas the foolish man, being in proportion to his folly full of himself, and swallowed up in conceit, will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, Colossians 4:5, Philippians 4:13

Hopelessly Devoted To You Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 15, 2022

Paul encourages the Colossians to be devoted in prayer and make the most of their conversations with outsiders

Above All: Colossians 4:2-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-14-2022 Hopelessly Devoted to You On Tuesday, we lost another one of my childhood artist. Olivia Newton John lost her battle with breast cancer at the age of 71. She was a four time Grammy award winning singer ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Teamwork Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 22, 2022

Paul lists ten ministry partners at the end of his letter and we can learn from each one how to be All In for the Gospel Mission

Above All: Colossians 4:7-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-21-2022 Dream Teams I asked a question on Facebook this week, “what have been some of the greatest teams of all time?” Here are some of the answers: The 1992 Dream Team The 1927 Yankees The 2016 Cubs The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Message In Jude – The Enoch Passage – Jude 1 V 13-16 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 24, 2022

This message today will be in 4 sections and they will be - The “wandering stars” or “comets”; “The Book of Enoch”; “The Second Coming”; “the ungodly”. The ground covered will be most interesting though it is so diverse. This account so relevant to us right now.

MESSAGE IN JUDE – THE ENOCH PASSAGE – Jude 1 v 13-16 We are steadily working through the book of Jude who was the half brother of the Lord Jesus Christ. He is defending the faith being destroyed by false teachers. Much of his letter is spent exposing these reprobate men who preach false doctrine ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:13-16, Revelation 6:1, Matthew 24:27-31, Matthew 24:37-39, Revelation 19:11-21, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, 2 Peter 3:7, Colossians 4:6, Titus 2:12-14, Romans 5:6, 2 Timothy 3:12-13, Revelation 22:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational