Characteristics of Paul’s Ministry Recognizing Christ’s servant A “Master Jesus” focus. A delight in doing whatever acts of service are necessary, whether large or small. No expectation of open reward or public applause for doing Christ’s work. Find joy in the service, not the results. Servanthood doesn’t come naturally. Characteristics of Paul’s Ministry Suffering Servanthood […]

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The Cost of Ministry – Colossians 1:23-27

Paul’s Commitment to Ministry He suffered and we should expect to as well. The Holy Spirit teaches, trains and rebukes us as we mature in Christ. The Struggles: Friendly Fire Pain Mob Dangers Deserted Loneliness Financial Struggles Unfair Situations Bearing Burdens Inadequacy How did Paul keep going? He never got over the wonder of serving […]

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Jesus is Unmatched – Colossians 1:15-20

False teachers deny Jesus Christ. Who IS Jesus? Jesus is a Carbon Copy of God (v. 15) Jesus is Chief Over Creation (v. 15) Jesus is the Creator (v. 16-17) Jesus is the Church Designer/Builder (v. 18) Jesus is the Champion Over Death (v. 18) Jesus is Completely God (v. 19) Jesus is the Cross […]

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Our Identity in Christ – Psalm 21

What is your true identity? Are you an enemy of God or friend of God? Identity Shift My former identity would be made know and put to flight. As as enemy of God I should have been consumed by God’s wrath. Instead of being destroyed, I have been made glad with the joy of God’s […]

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Three Things to Learn About the Will of God Plan Purpose Particulars (Colossians 1:9-14) Actions: Bearing Fruit in Every Good Work (9) Awareness: Growing in the Knowledge of God (10) Attitude A: Strengthened with All Power (11) Attitude B: Joyfully Giving Thanks (12-14) Sermon by Pastor Rob Lemon Sunday, January 31, 2021

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Three Things to Learn About the Will of God (Colossians 1:9-10) Plan (Colossians 1:9) Purpose (Colossians 1:10) Particulars God wants each of us personally to have a deep and thorough wisdom and understanding of his will that will energize our lives and decisions. If I know the plan I can live out God’s purpose for […]

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The Gospel is the Center – Colossians 1:5-6

The Gospel is what Jesus has done for us. It is Good News. It was th main message of the book of Acts and the early church. Is the Word of Truth Is about God’s grace Is for everyone in the world Is affecting people all over the world. Generates Faith, Hope and Love Is […]

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Introduction to Colossians

How Error Gets Into the Church 1. From Inside the Church Someone doesn’t like a doctrine or teaching, so change it. Someone attempts to find a new and innovative way to understand the Bible and the church. 2. From Outside the Church False Teachers Con Men False Prophets Immoral Lifestyle Truth and faithfulness to the […]

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