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What does the supremacy of Christ have to do with your hope? In this session of Colossians: Rooted & Renewed, we walk verse by verse through Colossians chapter 1 and discover how Paul connects the supremacy of Jesus to the unshakable hope believers have — and the hope we can confidently offer a lost world. If you've ever wondered: • What does “firstborn of all creation” really mean? • Does Colossians 1 teach that Jesus is God? • What does it mean to be “delivered from the domain of darkness”? • Can we lose our salvation in Colossians 1:23? • How does “Christ in you, the hope of glory” change how we live today? This message explores the powerful theology of prototokos (firstborn), redemption (apolutrosis), reconciliation, and the cosmic language Paul uses to describe Jesus as Creator, Sustainer, and Head of the Church. We'll also connect:

Visit Renew.org to sign up for our email newsletter and be the first to know about new content, books and resources.  https://renew.org/ Join RENEW.org at an upcoming event: https://renew.org/resources/events/ Join RENEW.org's Newsletter: https://renew.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/ Aligning Your Church for Disciple Making: Five Shifts, One Mission This session is on aligning churches around Jesus' method of intentional, relational disciple making. They share personal ministry journeys and describe the challenge of shifting established, often attractional church systems toward obedience-based disciple making rooted in the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and maturity in Christ (Colossians 1). Using an iPhone vs. Android operating system metaphor, they argue disciple making can't be added as a side program but must reshape the whole church. They present research findings that fewer than 5% of U.S. churches have a culture rooted in Jesus-style disciple making and outline four core practices seen in exemplary churches: convictional leadership, a contextual and reproducible model, high expectations, and cultural alignment. 00:00 Welcome & Why Disciple-Making Alignment Matters 04:03 Jeff Story: From Slogans to a Disciple-Making Culture 08:23 Paul: Leaving Membership Metrics for Making Disciples 13:24 Training Process Overview + The iPhone vs. Droid ‘Operating System' Metaphor 18:59 State of Disciple-Making in North America + Jesus' Intentional Relational Method 21:40 The Great Commission Explained: ‘Make Disciples' and Obedience-Based Faith 27:09 Beyond ‘Evangelism' vs ‘Discipleship': One Mission—Salvation to Maturity 32:38 Bobby's Journey: Coleman, Church Systems, Disciple Shift, and Renew's Theology 41:07 Research Findings: Why Most Churches Aren't Disciple-Making Churches 44:57 The 4 Core Practices: Convictional Leadership, Model, Expectations, Alignment 50:09 Why Revelation's First 3 Chapters Matter Most (Jesus & the Churches) 52:38 Legacy Church Challenge: Shifting to a Discipleship Culture Without Blowing It Up 54:05 Defining a Disciple: Follow Jesus, Be Changed, Join the Mission 56:01 Personal Discipleship Story: Learning to Make Disciples Who Make Disciples 57:24 Why People Struggle to Disciple: The Baseball Analogy 01:00:15 Early Momentum & Staff Culture Change: Baptisms, Next Steps, Monday Stories 01:02:01 The Discipleship Mandate ‘Cumulative': Jesus, Church, NT, Leaders, Gathering 01:11:43 Alignment Killers: Competing Agendas, Wrong Metrics, Instant-Result Expectations 01:13:36 10 Levers to Use (Not Demonize): Large Church, Sunday, Pulpit, Tradition, Doctrine 01:23:20 Five-Part Roadmap: Missional, Theological, Philosophical, Organizational, Relational 01:27:57 Break, Then Missional Alignment Deep Dive: Love God, Love People, Then Make Disciples 01:32:38 Avoiding Counterfeit Missions: Tradition, Buildings, and Other Substitutes 01:33:20 C.S. Lewis on the Church's One Job: Make Disciples 01:34:12 Mission-Driven vs Member-Driven (and Keeping Jesus' Mission Central) 01:35:04 Theological Alignment: Why Clarity Is Kindness 01:36:52 Beyond ‘Essentials/Non-Essentials': A Better Doctrine Framework 01:42:29 A Replicable System for Teaching Core Doctrine (Catechism DNA) 01:44:35 Micro Groups & ‘Trust and Follow Jesus': Simple, Proven, Reproducible 01:47:42 Philosophical Alignment: The Jesus Way—Intentional, Relational, Transformational 01:52:29 Organizational Alignment: Leading Change Without Blowing Up the Church 02:00:26 Relational Alignment: Love, Conflict, and the Messiness of Real Discipleship 02:11:31 Next Steps & Final Charge: Join the Alignment Training + Keep Making Disciples https://renew.org/ Check out the following from RENEW.org: Events: https://renew.org/resources/events/ Videos: https://renew.org/media/videos/ Podcasts: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Articles: https://renew.org/articles/ Free eBooks: https://renew.org/resources/free-ebooks/ Books: https://renew.org/resources/books/ Audiobooks: https://renew.org/resources/audiobooks/ Sermon Tools: https://renew.org/resources/sermon-tools/ Job Board: https://jobs.renew.org/ Renew University: https://renewuniversity.org/ Real Life Theology Conversations: https://renew.org/rltc/ Sign up for our newsletter: https://renew.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/ Get our Premium podcast feed featuring all the breakout sessions from the RENEW gathering early.  https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/  Be sure to like, subscribe and follow on social media!  You can find us on: Instagram: @the.renew.network  Facebook: Renew.org  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RENEWnetwork Twitter: @therenewnetwork TikTok: the.renew.network  Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RENEW

1. Being in Christ is a way of life. (Vs. 2:6-7)2. Being in Christ is under constant threat. (V. 2:8)3. Being in Christ is our spiritual status. (Vs. 2:9-15)

February 22 2026 Sunday Who Jesus Made You To Be / Week 14 / T. Stacy Hayes #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word.  That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. Isaiah 53:5  Healing… Matthew 18:19  Agree with God's Word… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Acts 10:34  God is no respecter of persons "in whom also ye are circumcised with the circumcision made without hands, in putting off the body of the sins of the flesh by the circumcision of Christ:" Colossians 2:11 KJV "When you came to Christ, you were "circumcised," but not by a physical procedure. Christ performed a spiritual circumcision—the cutting away of your sinful nature." Colossians 2:11 NLT "In Him also you were circumcised with a circumcision not made with hands, but in a [spiritual] circumcision [performed by] Christ by stripping off the body of the flesh (the whole corrupt, carnal nature with its passions and lusts)." Colossians 2:11 AMPC "whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory:" 1 Peter 1:8 KJV "You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy." 1 Peter 1:8 NLT "Without having seen Him, you love Him; though you do not [even] now see Him, you believe in Him and exult and thrill with inexpressible and glorious (triumphant, heavenly) joy." 1 Peter 1:8 AMPC "even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference:" Romans 3:22 KJV "We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who we are." Romans 3:22 NLT "Namely, the righteousness of God which comes by believing with personal trust and confident reliance on Jesus Christ (the Messiah). [And it is meant] for all who believe. For there is no distinction," Romans 3:22 AMPC "But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many." Romans 5:15 KJV "But there is a great difference between Adam's sin and God's gracious gift. For the sin of this one man, Adam, brought death to many. But even greater is God's wonderful grace and his gift of forgiveness to many through this other man, Jesus Christ." Romans 5:15 NLT "But God's free gift is not at all to be compared to the trespass [His grace is out of all proportion to the fall of man]. For if many died through one man's falling away (his lapse, his offense), much more profusely did God's grace and the free gift [that comes] through the undeserved favor of the one Man Jesus Christ abound and overflow to and for [the benefit of] many." Romans 5:15 AMPC "For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.) Therefore as by the offence of one judgment came upon all men to condemnation; even so by the righteousness of one the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life. For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous." Romans 5:17-19 KJV "For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many. But even greater is God's wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ. Yes, Adam's one sin brings condemnation for everyone, but Christ's one act of righteousness brings a right relationship with God and new life for everyone. Because one person disobeyed God, many became sinners. But because one other person obeyed God, many will be made righteous." Romans 5:17-19 NLT "For if because of one man's trespass (lapse, offense) death reigned through that one, much more surely will those who receive [God's] overflowing grace (unmerited favor) and the free gift of righteousness [putting them into right standing with Himself] reign as kings in life through the one Man Jesus Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One). Well then, as one man's trespass [one man's false step and falling away led] to condemnation for all men, so one Man's act of righteousness [leads] to acquittal and right standing with God and life for all men. For just as by one man's disobedience (failing to hear, heedlessness, and carelessness) the many were constituted sinners, so by one Man's obedience the many will be constituted righteous (made acceptable to God, brought into right standing with Him)." Romans 5:17-19 AMPC  Romans 10:9-10  Salvation… Romans 10:17  Faith in God comes from hearing His Word… Matthew 11:28-30  Jesus'Yoke is Easy… John 3:16  God gave Jesus to pay for our Salvation… God Loves The abortion dr As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Philippians 12:2  Work out your own Salvation… Romans 8:1  No condemnation in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior…  Luke Chapter 15 The Story Of The Prodigal Son… Philippians 4:19  God will supply all your needs let Him… Romans 4:20  Don't Stagger at What God Is Saying In His Word… John 15:5 We can't do anything aside from Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:17  We are new creatures in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… 2 Corinthians 5:21  We are The Righteousness of God In Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Ephesians 2:8  We are Saved by Grace through Faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Believe God's Word Above All Opinions God Loves The abortion dr's As Much As He Loves The Babies They Are Killing… Mark 10:29-30  100 Fold Return… Share This Podcast On Your Social Media… Website https://the-prodigalson.com Email tstacyhayes@gmail.com  YouVersion Bible App https://my.bible.comi iOS App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/prodigal-son/id1450529518?mt=8 …  Android App https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.wizzard.android.prodical  Social Media https://www.facebook.com/The-Prodigal-SON-209069136315959/ https://www.facebook.com/noreligion1511/ https://twitter.com/noreligion1511 https://www.instagram.com/noreligion1511/ https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPx4s1CLkSYef6mp4dSuU4w/featured

Colossians: Rooted TogetherFebruary 15, 2026 Worship GatheringsPastor Mark SatterfieldThe Glade ChurchTo support this ministry and help us continue to reach people click here: http://www.thegladechurch.org/give—— Stay Connected Website: http://www.thegladechurch.org/The Glade Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGladeChurchThe Glade Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegladechurch

Pastor Jim Ellis continues our Colossians series by exploring what it truly means to "walk in Him" (Col. 2:6). We discover that because God is the initiator of our salvation, we no longer have to strive in our own strength; when we walk with Christ alone, we truly flourish.STAY CONNECTED 

If we love God, God wants to help us show that love to others. This week's passage gives us practical advice on how to love God and love others, which glorifies God. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: info@abideatascadero.orgInstagram: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Transformative Truth: God's Word tells us we can KNOW God's will so that we can LIVE God's will The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law.  -Deuteronomy 29:29 We believe the counsel of God given to us by the Spirit of God in the Word of God is the means by which the people of God KNOW the will of God For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding... -Proverbs 2:6 He said to them, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. -John 8:23 Live in God's will by BEARING fruit in every good work Live in God's will by INCREASING in the Knowledge of God See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ -Colossians 2:8   … continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard… -Colossians 1:23 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. -Colossians 3:12 Giving thanks joyfully to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, -Colossians 1:21-22  

Hear Adam Carvella preach from Colossians 4:7-18. Adam gave this sermon at Liberti River Wards church on February 8, 2026. This was the final sermon finishing out our sermon series in Colossians.

What is the greatest secret of the Christian life? Pastor Jim Ellis continues our series in Colossians by exploring the profound reality of our "Union With Christ." Looking at Colossians 1:24-2:5, we discover that the mystery once hidden for ages is now revealed in a life-changing truth: Christ in you, the hope of glory.STAY CONNECTED 

In this first episode of the Fuel Your Life series, we begin a powerful walk through Colossians chapter 1, a book that boldly exalts Jesus above everything else. Colossians was a letter meant to refute false teaching and remind believers that Christ is supreme, sufficient, and central to all of life.In this episode, we explore:Paul's identity and calling in ChristFaith, love, and hope as evidence of spiritual growthWhy knowledge alone is not enough without a transformed lifeWhat it means to be strengthened by God's power with endurance and joyOur inheritance in Christ and what it means to be rescued from darknessThe powerful truth that Jesus is the visible image of the invisible GodHow Christ's finished work reconciles us to God and makes us holy and blamelessWhat it means for Christ to live in us and mature us spirituallyYou'll also be guided through personal reflection, scripture personalization, and a clear gospel invitation—making this episode a heart-level call to live rooted and built up in Christ.Whether you're hungry for deeper theology, clarity in your faith, or a renewed passion for Jesus, this episode will help you fix your eyes on Christ and fuel your life with truth.✨ Stay tuned as we continue into Colossians chapter 2 in the next episode.Personalize Scripture With Me! Get Your Serenity Journal & Connect: https://www.jaymeelizabeth.com/CONNECT WITH JAYME ON SOCIALS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠

As believers, we are to be changed by God's love and by His word. As God works through us, we can exhibit His characteristics, know His peace and be thankful continually. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: info@abideatascadero.orgInstagram: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Sermon Notes Date: 02/08/2026 Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor Series: Colossians Key Text: Colossians 3:22 – 4:1 Description: You belong to Christ. Not in part. Not in theory. Not on Sundays. But entirely. And that allegiance reshapes everything — even the places where authority, work, and power intersect. Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh […]

Jordon GilmoreThe Courtroom AnalogyImagine life as a courtroom where believers serve as witnesses.Our credibility is shaped by integrity. When our words and actions align, our witness is strengthened.If our lifestyle contradicts our testimony, it weakens our influence for God's kingdom.What Makes Someone a Witness?A witness is someone who has:Seen somethingHeard somethingExperienced somethingHas a unique perspective on truthThis experience becomes our testimony.Types of Spiritual WitnessesEyewitness: Shares personal experiences of God's work.Character Witness: Demonstrates God's goodness through lifestyle and example.Expert Witness: Testifies to specific areas where God has been faithful (provider, healer, deliverer, etc.).Testimony Often Comes Through TrialsMany testimonies come from difficult seasons we didn't choose.God uses hardships to create stories that encourage and strengthen others.Our testimony is not optional—it is part of our calling.Biblical Foundation for Being WitnessesActs 1:8 – The Holy Spirit empowers believers to be witnesses everywhere. Acts 22:14-15 – God reveals Himself so believers can testify about what they have seen and heard. Isaiah 43:10 – God declares, “You are my witnesses.”The Power of TestimonyRevelation 12:11 teaches believers overcome the enemy through:The blood of JesusThe word of their testimonyTestimonies are vital in spiritual victory and advancing God's kingdom.Four Truths About Being Key Witnesses1. You Are Under Witness ProtectionOur identity is hidden in Christ (Colossians 3:3).God protects and preserves us as we share our testimony.2. Christ Overrules ObjectionsThe enemy accuses believers of unworthiness.Jesus intercedes as our advocate (Romans 8:33-34).Our testimony is valid because of Christ, not personal perfection.3. Guard the Authenticity of Your WitnessActions and character matter.A damaged lifestyle can weaken credibility.Believers should pursue integrity so their lives support their message.4. Stick to Your Testimony During Cross-ExaminationLife challenges and doubts test our faith.Like Jesus and Paul, believers must stand firm in truth.Faith remains steady regardless of circumstances or outcomes.Willing vs. Reluctant WitnessesSome eagerly share their testimony.Others hesitate due to fear, shame, or doubt.Regardless of willingness, believers are still called to testify.Final TakeawaysEvery believer has been “served” with the responsibility to testify about God's goodness.Our life journey—both victories and struggles—brings glory to God.True success is faithfully representing Christ wherever God places us.

In this episode of the Bethel of Arnold podcast, Pastor Gregory Hooker preaches To Make Full, a powerful message on being filled with the Holy Ghost for revelation, prophecy, and boldness. Drawing from Acts 2:1-4 and 4:31-32, he declares God's plan to cram us full—complete in Christ (Colossians 2:8-10), with no room for fear or doubt.

In Episode 1: “The Supremacy of Christ” (Colossians 1), Greg and Nathan explore how the supremacy of Jesus shapes our theology, our worship, and our daily lives—grounded in the sovereignty of God, the sufficiency of Scripture, and our union with Christ. The conversation centers on Paul's exalted vision of Jesus as Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer. From Christ as the image of the invisible God to the hope-filled mystery of “Christ in you,” this episode lays the foundation for the entire letter, showing how the gospel not only saves but sustains and transforms the church. This series invites listeners to behold Christ as preeminent in all things—and to live like He truly is.

Title: "Rooted in Christ" - Colossians 2:6-7 Series: ROOTED - Building a Life That Lasts (Week 5 - Series Finale) Date: February 1, 2026 After four weeks of learning practical truths about building a rooted life, this final message brings everything back to the foundation: Jesus Christ. All the spiritual disciplines, habits, and practices we've discussed are worthless if they're not keeping us connected to Christ Himself. This isn't ultimately about becoming better people—it's about being connected to a Person. This sermon coincided with Elder Vision Sunday, where our church leaders presented their vision for 2026 centered on the theme of being ROOTED. Following their presentation, this message provided the theological foundation: being rooted isn't about religious activity, it's about relationship with Jesus. Using Colossians 2:6-7 as our text—"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"—we explored three essential truths about being rooted in Christ. First, we must be rooted in Christ, not just in disciplines. The danger of any series on spiritual growth is that we can walk away thinking it's all about what we do—read more, pray more, serve more, try harder. But that leads to burnout because we're trying to grow spiritual roots through our own effort. Paul's phrase "rooted...in him" emphasizes that we're rooted in a Person, not in practices. John 15:5 reminds us that apart from Christ we can do nothing—not "very little" but nothing. A branch doesn't produce fruit by trying hard; it produces fruit by staying connected to the vine. Life flows from the vine through the branch, and fruit happens naturally. The same is true spiritually. We can have all the spiritual disciplines in the world, but if they're not keeping us connected to Christ as our source of life, they're worthless. The question isn't whether we're doing the disciplines, but whether those disciplines are drawing us closer to Jesus. Are we rooted in Christ or just in religious activity? When disciplines shift from duty to delight, from obligation to relationship, from trying to earn something to enjoying Someone, we know we're rooted in the right place. Second, we walk in Him the same way we received Him—by grace. How did we receive Christ? By grace, through faith, as a gift we couldn't earn. We came to Jesus because we needed Him, not because we were good enough. Ephesians 2:8-9 is clear: salvation is by grace, not works. But here's Paul's point in Colossians 2:6: walk in Him the same way you received Him. Grace got you in; grace keeps you growing. Yet we often receive Christ by grace and then try to grow by works. We're saved by faith but think we're sanctified by effort. This leads to exhaustion, discouragement, and guilt because we're trying to do in our own strength what only grace can accomplish. The spiritual disciplines aren't ways to earn God's favor—they're ways to experience God's grace. We don't read our Bible to make God love us more; we read because God already loves us completely. We don't pray to twist God's arm; we pray because He invites us into relationship. We don't serve to prove ourselves; we serve because Christ has already proven His love. It's all grace, from start to finish. This brings tremendous freedom: we can be honest about struggles without fear of rejection, admit we're tired without worrying God is disappointed, and confess failure without thinking we've lost salvation. Grace doesn't just forgive—grace transforms and empowers growth. Third, being rooted in Christ leads to overflowing with thanksgiving. The phrase "abounding in thanksgiving" isn't accidental—it's the natural result of being rooted in Christ by grace. When we're trying to earn God's approval through performance, we're never grateful; we're stressed, anxious, constantly measuring whether we're doing enough. But when we're rooted in Christ by grace, gratitude is the natural response. We're grateful because we didn't earn any of this, because Christ did what we couldn't do, because God's love isn't based on performance, because grace is a gift. And gratitude changes everything—spiritual disciplines stop feeling like obligations and become privileges, joys, and opportunities. We explored Robert's story: a man who struggled for years with bitterness and complaining until someone challenged him to write down three things he was grateful for every day. Over time, his whole perspective changed. He started noticing God's grace everywhere, and his roots deepened not because his circumstances improved, but because he became anchored in gratitude for what Christ had already done. Gratitude deepens roots, and deeper roots produce more gratitude—a cycle of grace and thanksgiving that keeps us growing. The series concluded with a clear reminder: As we move into 2026 with the theme of being ROOTED as a church, we must not lose sight of the foundation. It's not about trying harder; it's about staying connected to Jesus. Not about being perfect; it's about receiving grace. Not about obligation; it's about gratitude. We are rooted and built up in Christ, established in the faith, abounding in thanksgiving. That's who we are because of what God has done. Now we walk in it—as we received Him, by grace. Key Scriptures: Colossians 2:6-7, John 15:5, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Wednesday evening message from Pastor Jonathan Barber. January 28, 2026

As Christians, we are to live to please Christ. In this passage, we are learning how to do by this by the empowerment and direction of His Spirit, not being led by our own earthly and worldly desires. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: info@abideatascadero.orgInstagram: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Made New | Back to Basics | Pastor Michael Kennedy

Message from Rodger Moomba on 25 January 2026

In order to walk with Christ we must have knowledge of and participate in a real relationship with Him. Click to access walk-with-God2.pdf

Second Sunday after Epiphany, January 18, 2026 Identity Revealed: Jesus Is the Lamb of GodFirst Reading: Isaiah 49:1-6Second Reading: Colossians 2:6-15Gospel: John 1:29-41Sermon Text: Colossians 2:6-15. Find Fullness in ChristPastor Nate Kassulke

Hear Stephen Wood preach from Colossians 3:22-4:1. Stephen gave this sermon at Liberti River Wards on January 11, 2026. This sermon is continuing our sermon series through Colossians.

In Week 2 of our NEXT series, we talk about the second movement of following Jesus: becoming like Jesus. Spiritual growth isn't about trying harder—it's about being intentionally formed by Christ instead of being shaped by culture, habits, and drift. If you've ever wondered, “Why do I still struggle with the same stuff?” or “Can I actually change?”—this message is for you. Real transformation is possible (not inevitable, but possible), and Scripture gives us a clear path forward.   In this message, you'll learn: 1) What it means to be formed (intentionally vs. unintentionally) 2) How to measure real growth over time (not just in a week) 3) Why renewing your mind matters (Romans 12) 4) What it looks like to “put to death” old patterns and “put on” Christ (Colossians 3) 5) The kind of growth God desires in us (Galatians 5)   --Connect With Us-- Need prayer, want to sign up for baptism or surrender your life to Christ? Follow this link : https://bit.ly/m/lifechurchia

Made New | Back to Basics | Pastor Michael Kennedy

In today's message we are warned not to be swayed by other doctrines and opinions, but to be established and reminded of the truth of our salvation. Join in as we hear the true gospel or the "good news" of Christ, the basis of our faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: info@abideatascadero.orgInstagram: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

January 4, 2026 | Tim Khan

Made New | Back to Basics | Pastor Michael Kennedy

Topics: 613 Commandments Not Ten, Stumbling at One Point and Guilty of Breaking All (James 2:10), Cursed by the Law and Continue to Do Everything (Galatians 3:10), One in Christ Jesus (Galatians 3:28), No Longer Jew or Gentile (Galatians 3:28), Old Covenant Obsolete (Hebrews 8:13), Will in Force After Death (Hebrews 9:17), Sin Taken Away (John 1:29), Jesus Became Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Anger Equals Murder (Matthew 5:21-22), Lust Equals Adultery (Matthew 5:27-28), Pluck Out Your Eye (Matthew 5:29-30), Standard of Perfection (Matthew 5:48), Sell Your Possessions and the Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:20-21), Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Becoming Children of God (John 1:12), Anchor of the Soul (Hebrews 6:19), Jesus Saves Completely (Hebrews 7:25), God Remains Faithful (2 Timothy 2:13), Christ in You (Colossians 1:27), Hidden in Christ (Colossians 3:3), Old Self Crucified (Romans 6:6), Law Increases Trespass and Grace Increased More (Romans 5:20), Sacrifices Remind of Sin (Hebrews 10:4), Abraham Believed God and Credited as Righteousness (Genesis 15:6), New Commandment of Love (John 13:34-35), Dead to the Law (Galatians 2:19), Alive in the Spirit (Romans 7:4-6), Born of God (1 John 5:4), Temple of the Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19)Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

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Hear Stephen Wood preach from Colossians 1:18-20. Stephen gave this sermon at Liberti River Wards church on November 23, 2025.

Many teach that believers will receive rewards in Heaven because of good works performed in this life. However, this concept is absent from the New Testament. Instead, the Bible teaches that all believers receive the same reward (singular): the reward of the inheritance in Christ (Colossians 3:24).

At the heart of the Christian life is our union with Christ, through which all that rightfully belongs to Him is graciously given to us. Because Jesus reigns now at God's right hand, we are invited to view ourselves and our circumstances from His perspective. Though we do not yet comprehend it, the fullness of His glory will be revealed when Christ returns, and we will share in that eternal future with Him. Until then, we are called to live with attentive faith, allowing the reality of the gospel to shape every part of our lives.

Message from Joe Lechner on October 19, 2025

Topics: True Meaning of Repent, Repentance and Forgiveness Are Instant, Behavior Repentance Versus Faith Repentance, Jesus Chastised Legalistic Jerks (Matthew 7:15−23), Repentance Has Been Contorted, Repent Has Two Meanings, Change of Belief, Change of Actions, John the Baptist Preached Law-based Repentance, John's Ministry Was under the Law, Died to the Law to Live for Christ (Romans 6:14,7:4,10:4, Galatians 2:19), Water Baptism Did Not Forgive, Sins Banished Far as East from West, Christ Accomplished the Law's Purpose (Romans 10:4), Christians Are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Hidden inside of God with Christ (Colossians 3:3), John's Ministry of Law Had to Decrease (John 1:15−17, 3:30), Christ Preached Repentance of Unbelief, Law Exposed the Need for Grace (Romans 5:20), The Greek Words for Repent (Metanoeo and Metanoia), Metanoeo Means Change of Belief, Metanoia Means Change of Actions, Only Metanoeo Can Save, Repentance and Faith Is One Coin, Not by Works so That No One Can Boast (Ephesians 2:8−9), If by Grace It Cannot Be Based on Works (Romans 11:6), Forgiveness Doesn't Requires Sorrow, Sin Doesn't Causes God to Turn Away, Unrepentant Sin Isn't Judged on Judgment DaySupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter