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Intro: I worry so much. I always have. It stems from my old nature. In Colossians 3:17 , we get a sense of God's vision for our lives. Here's what it is: Read: Colossians 3:17 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through…

Today we begin a new series called Jesus is Greater. I begin a new semester of school a couple of weeks ago. Last semester I received my associate degree and that was so easy, I decided to go ahead and finish up my bachelors degree in Church Ministries. One of my classes this semester is having us do…

Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament based on Semantic Domains (25.59 ἐλπίζω; ἐλπίς, ίδος) ἐλπίζω; ἐλπίς, ίδος f: to look forward with confidence to that which is good and beneficial—‘to hope, to hope for, hope.’ (Louw-Nida) Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will, and Timothy our brother:…

Colossians Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith…

Introduction Romans = Doctrine. This is the notion in the Christian world when they hear about the book of Romans. In other words, the belief in the Church today is that the book of Romans is full of doctrine. It is true that Romans teach us about doctrine. But it is not a book about doctrine itself.…

3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, 5 because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, 6 which…

Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will…

What kind of life pleases God? What does it take to lead a Godly life? In Colossians 1:9-14, Paul sets out a goal for the Colossians for how they can lead lives that are beautiful to God.

Scripture Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the…

Sons of God, Seed of Abraham We have spent a lot of time talking about God’s plan to reclaim the disinherited nations and restore his rule over those he disinherited. By way of review: God’s original plan was that all humankind would be his earthly family, ruling in cooperation with him and his heavenly…

37 On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. 38 He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” 39 But this He spoke concerning the Spirit, whom those believing…

2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— 4 that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. 5 Walk in wisdom…

18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our…

This morning I am doing something that will be different for you as well as for me. Our annual meeting is today following the service, and as part of my duties as pastor, I am to provide a report. I have found that when the report is done in written form, very few people outside the governing board read…

Colossians 2:4–7 (ESV) — 4 I say this in order that no one may delude you with plausible arguments. 5 For though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the firmness of your faith in Christ. 6 Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in…

Stories and metaphors about shepherds crop up all the way through the Bible - and in the Jeremiah reading we’ve just heard we’ve got quite a few references. So… when you think of shepherds what comes to mind? (OPEN QUESTION) In Israel’s traditions ‘the shepherd’ was a metaphor for a King (which is quite…

Colossians 1:1-23 Walk worthy of the Lord…that seemed like a good working title. It is what is printed in your bulletins, But, he more I say it, the more unattainable it feels. Understand when I chose it, I had been examining, really immersing myself in the prayer Paul prayed for these guys, and part…

The Good News Of The Superiority Of Christ Jesus I am weak. I am imperfect. I am broken. I am mortal. I am unable to effect any eternal change. I am needy. I am longing. I need Jesus. Jesus is strong. Jesus is perfect. Jesus is whole. Jesus is immortal. Jesus has all authority. Jesus is the provision.…

The Pre-Eminence of Jesus He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is the head of…

INTRODUCTION Today we’re gonna continue our series in Colossians Let’s turn together in our Bibles to Colossians 1 . & we’re gonna read verses 9-12 . Colossians 1:9-12 . & when you find that in your Bible pls stand for the reading of God’s Word. The Title of today’s teaching is: Live a Life Worthy of…

The story of Mary and Martha is familiar we've heard it dozens of times, and for that reason the jolt its meant to give us has become somewhat reduced; but the jolt is still there, no getting around it. The Lord Jesus praises the adoring, dreamy eyed, meditative Mary sitting at his feet, and scolds the…

*** Letter: Letters then as now are easily identified Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. Argues against a kind of gnosticism denying the deity…

Citizens Last week we kicked off a new series based on a River Valley Church bible study about our true freedom in Christ. We are learning what it means to have true freedom and how that freedom gives us purpose. Last week we examined the difference between the human idea of freedom and God’s idea of…

Introduction Colossians 1:1-2 , Introduction - Know who you are He knew who he was, and who he was writing to... He was An Apostle, by the will of God They were God’s Holy people, faithful - wanting to grow in Christ Colossians 1:3-8 , What are we known for? Faith in Christ Jesus Love for all God’s people…

Introduction: Have you ever been in a situation where you just weren’t strong enough to do something? Maybe it was a stubborn rusty bolt. No matter how hard you worked on it, it just wouldn’t budge. Maybe it was a piece of furniture you wanted to move - but you just didn’t have the ability to get it…