A Fruitful Life Through the Gospel of Christ
The Gospel of Christ has the power to grow and bear fruit in the lives of believers so that they are filled with faith, love, hope, and good works.
Colossians 1:1-8
Church Planting and the Power of Prayer
The Church moves forward only by the power of the Holy Spirit, and our connection to the Spirit is based upon the power of our prayer life.
Colossians 4:2-6
The Less-Advertised Follower of God
We follow God, not to be known by man, but to be known by God.
Colossians 4:7-16
Letting the Word Dwell in You Richly
The Bible is the only infallible and inerrant rule of faith, sufficient for salvation and holiness. Other creeds and confessions may be helpful summaries, but must be tested by Scripture, which is the final authority.
Colossians 3:16
A Life for God’s Glory
Our entire lives matter to God and are to be lived in service to Him and with a view toward eternity
1 Corinthians 10:31; Colossians 3:23-24
The Cosmic Scope of Christ’s Redemptive Work
Christ’s redemptive work affects not only the human spirit, but all of our human nature, and all of creation as well.
Colossians 1:15-20
God’s Creative Work
God created everything that exists — including the heavenly and earthly realm, and the spiritual and physical aspects of the universe.
Genesis 1:1; John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16
Disciples and Worship
Disciples recognize and embrace their need for corporate praise and worship, as the body of Christ, to God.
Colossians 3:15-17
Be Honest With Yourself and God
Colossians 1:3-12; Psalm 139:1-10
Christ and the Ceremonial Aspect of the Law
Christ is the focus and fulfillment of the ceremonial aspects of the law, and He enables His people to walk in true holiness.
Colossians 2:16-17; Hebrews 9:9-10
Typology – Seeing Christ in the Old Testament
The major people, events, and institutions of the Old Testament are types and shadows that point forward to and are fulfilled in Christ.
Colossians 2:16-17
Using the Book of Psalms Today
Christians should use the Book of Psalms as a manual for godly living and biblical prayer.
Colossians 3:16