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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 Rodger Moomba on 26 October 2025
Stuart continues our series in Colossians by preaching from chapter 3. In this part of the letter Paul talks about how through our new lives in Christ we can put to death our old ways and clothe ourselves with Godly virtues. Our 'Colossians: Christ in You' series will be going through Paul's letter to the church in Colossae, a letter sent whilst he was in prison. Paul wrote this letter to encourage them and also address the issues that Epaphras, their leader, had raised and to challenge them to a greater devotion to Jesus. Throughout this series we will learn about the difference that Christ makes living in you, the hope of glory (1:27). If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via email at Hello@HopeChurchGuildford.com Or why not subscribe and check out our Social Media pages: Facebook - facebook.com/HopeChurchGFD Instagram - instagram.com/hopechurchguildford
Message from Joe Lechner on October 19, 2025
10/12/2025 Maturity in Christ Colossians 1:24-2:5Big Idea:Spiritual maturity means growing deeper in Christ, not just being busy for Him.Suffering - is inevitable. Suffering did not end at the Cross, it continues throughout the church to the present day. We don't always understand the reason for our suffering, but we need to trust God to see us through it.Remain rooted in Christ and His Word.Stay steadfast in your faith.What can you do this week to grow deeper in Christ?
Chris Continues our series in Colossians, starting with a brief explanation of our vision as a Church and our place in the wider Commission movement. In Colossians chapter 2 Chris talks about how once we know and have a relationship with Jesus we can find fullness of life, and what that can look like for us. Our 'Colossians: Christ in You' series will be going through Paul's letter to the church in Colossae, a letter sent whilst he was in prison. Paul wrote this letter to encourage them and also address the issues that Epaphras, their leader, had raised and to challenge them to a greater devotion to Jesus. Throughout this series we will learn about the difference that Christ makes living in you, the hope of glory (1:27). If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via email at Hello@HopeChurchGuildford.com Or why not subscribe and check out our Social Media pages: Facebook - facebook.com/HopeChurchGFD Instagram - instagram.com/hopechurchguildford
In Colossians 2:6–12, Paul calls believers not just to receive Christ, but to walk in Him, firmly rooted and built up in faith. The life that flourishes in Christ must be grounded in Him, not in empty philosophies or self-sufficient thinking. This passage invites us to examine what shapes our minds and desires: does what we meditate on draw us closer to Jesus or pull us away? Remembering our baptism and the joy of salvation reorients us, reminding us that we are not the source of life but recipients of grace. To walk in Christ is to cultivate vigilance, humility, and direction, to set our faces toward Him and live a life worthy of His calling.
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
Message from Joe Lechner on October 5, 2025
October 5, 2025 sermon from Providence Reformed Church Las Vegas by our guest speaker, Pastor Jay Anderson
In today's message the parish shares there thoughts on Colossians 1: 15-20.
Hear Stephen Wood preach from Colossians 1:15-20. Stephen gave this sermon at Liberti River Wards church on September 28, 2025.
Once we were alienated from God, hostile in mind, and marked by sin, but through Christ's death we have been reconciled and now stand holy and blameless before Him. Paul reminds believers to remain steadfast in the gospel, thankful to live in the fullness of God's revealed plan that prophets and angels longed to see. His aim is to see the church mature in Christ, knit together in love, firm in faith, and walking in the wisdom found only in Him.
There is a real hunger in our church to read and understand the Bible more. What a beautiful glimpse of revival! So, we are deep diving into the letter to the Colossians and going to be bringing additional teaching moments on how to study the Bible for all that God has for us in it. PRAYERText (904) 770-3037 if you would like a member of our prayer team to pray with or for you.NEXT STEPSAre you ready to learn more about what it means to walk with Christ, get baptized, or get connected within the church body? Click here to complete our digital connect card: https://fathom.churchcenter.com/people/forms/31883GOT QUESTIONS?Learn more about Fathom Church at http://fathom.church/WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!If you are looking for more encouragement and biblical teaching throughout the week, we hope you'll follow us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or download the Churchcenter app: https://churchcenter.com/setupMORE WAYS TO LISTEN:Fathom Beyond Sunday Podcast - Conversations with a biblical worldview and real life application - listen in on an engaging chat between leaders at Fathom discussing faith, life, and how we can carry the truth of the word taught on Sunday into our week Monday through Saturday.Fathom Family Podcast - Real talk on how to build a Godly marriage that is in it for the long haul while leading your kids toward their God-given potential and purpose in Christ.See all the ways to listen here: http://fathom.church/category/listen/
In Colossians 1:15–20, Paul lifts our eyes to the wonder of who Jesus is as our Creator, Redeemer, and the One who holds all things together. All things were made by Him and for Him, and in Him all things hold together. From the firstborn over creation to the Lamb praised in Revelation, Scripture calls us to see Christ's supremacy and respond in worship with thankful hearts.
The world hasn't gotten darker because darkness has grown stronger—it's gotten darker because the Church forgot who we are and what we're called to do. In this powerful message, we explore how Christians have been "spoiled" and stripped of God's power through man's philosophies, traditions, and ways that are not after Christ (Colossians 2:8-10).Key Points Covered:- Why many believers have lost sight of their completeness in Jesus Christ.- How the enemy uses deception to strip Christians of spiritual power.- The difference between religious comfort and true discipleship.- God's call for a remnant to rise in this hour.- Moving from services to surrender, comfort to conquest, safety to spiritual warfare.Scripture Foundation:Colossians 2:8-10 - Warning against being captured by empty philosophies and remembering our completeness in ChristThe Awakening:There's a remnant rising—men and women who will:- Take Jesus at His word completely.- Deny themselves and take up their cross daily. - Follow Him boldly into enemy territory.- See cities transformed and cultures changed.- Advance God's kingdom for His glory.This isn't about religion or ritual—it's about authentic discipleship that transforms lives, communities, and nations. The power of the Holy Spirit is returning to those who will walk in total surrender to Christ.---
Message from Joe Lechner on September 14, 2025
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Category: NT: Epistles -- Series: The Fullness of Christ Colossians 3:16-4:18 - All of Christ for All of Life (Fraser Nicholson) (The Tron Church Glasgow)
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Category: NT: Epistles -- Series: The Fullness of Christ Colossians 3:16-4:18 - All of Christ for All of Life (Fraser Nicholson) (The Tron Church Glasgow)
September 7, 2025. Sunday Bible study with Pastor Cason Kelly.
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Category: NT: Epistles -- Series: The Fullness of Christ Colossians 3:5-17 - The Christian's New Clothes (Fraser Nicholson) (The Tron Church Glasgow)
The Rhythm of the Christian life is fighting indwelling sin, and growing in Christ.
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Category: NT: Epistles -- Series: The Fullness of Christ Colossians 3:5-17 - The Christian's New Clothes (Fraser Nicholson) (The Tron Church Glasgow)
Complete in Christ Colossians 2 Chew the Bible S3Paul expresses his deep concern for the believers, wanting them to be encouraged, united in love, and rooted in the full knowledge of Christ. He warns them not to be deceived by fine-sounding arguments or human philosophies that are empty and based on worldly traditions rather than Christ.He explains that in Christ dwells the fullness of God, and believers are made complete in Him. Through Christ, they have been spiritually circumcised, buried with Him in baptism, and raised with Him through faith.Paul emphasizes that God forgave their sins and canceled the written record of debt, nailing it to the cross. Christ disarmed rulers and authorities, triumphing over them.Finally, he warns against letting others judge them by religious rituals, food laws, festivals, or Sabbaths, since these were shadows pointing to Christ. He cautions against false humility, worship of angels, and strict rules about the physical body, which have no real power to restrain sinful desires.Key Themes:Fullness and completeness in Christ.Freedom from human traditions and religious legalism.Christ's victory over sin and spiritual powers.True faith focuses on Christ, not man-made rules.Your words were found and I ate them
Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Parables of the Kingdom in the Gospel of MatthewMatthew 22:1-14 (ESV)1 And again Jesus spoke to them in parables, saying, 2 “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son, 3 and sent his servants to call those who were invited to the wedding feast, but they would not come. 4 Again he sent other servants, saying, ‘Tell those who are invited, “See, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding feast.”' 5 But they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business, 6 while the rest seized his servants, treated them shamefully, and killed them. 7 The king was angry, and he sent his troops and destroyed those murderers and burned their city. 8 Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding feast is ready, but those invited were not worthy. 9 Go therefore to the main roads and invite to the wedding feast as many as you find.' 10 And those servants went out into the roads and gathered all whom they found, both bad and good. So the wedding hall was filled with guests.11 “But when the king came in to look at the guests, he saw there a man who had no wedding garment. 12 And he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding garment?' And he was speechless. 13 Then the king said to the attendants, ‘Bind him hand and foot and cast him into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.' 14 For many are called, but few are chosen.”Sermon OutlineWhy do we resist God's gracious invitation? (v3)1. Resisting God's Callv5 “they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business”v6 “the rest seized his servants, treated them shamefully, and killed them”v11 “a man who had no wedding garment”2. Responding to God's Callv4 “he sent other servants… ‘Tell those who are invited… everything is ready. Come to the wedding feast.'”vv9-10 “…those servants went out into the roads and gathered all whom they found, both bad and good. So the wedding hall was filled with guests.”Prayer of ConfessionAlmighty and most merciful Father: with generosity you invite us to life with you. We admit our confusion, our resistance and our rebellion. With pride and self centeredness we have been apathetic, angry, and unwilling to change. We acknowledge our thoughts and actions towards you and others require forgiveness. We humbly ask that you forgive our sins, as we respond to your gracious call to turn from our sin and towards you to receive life in the name of Christ. It is in his name we pray. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat do you find most appealing or intriguing in Jesus' call to life with him?What in the Christian message and invitation does not appeal to you? What troubles you? What do you think is missing?What do you recognize in aspects of who you are – your life experience, your attitudes, your patterns, your expectations – that resists Jesus' call? What do you need to resist in yourself, or correct?Who in this parable are you most like: the disinterested who don't come because they have other things to do? The angry who respond with aggression towards the ones inviting? The individual who comes but does not change as appropriate for the occasion?If you received an invitation to attend a celebrity party, how would you feel? How does the invitation to join the kingdom of the Creator of Heaven and Earth land differently in you? Why?Why is it important to recognize that we don't earn our way into God's kingdom but we enter because of the generosity of the king? What spiritual health follows from a foundation of grace?How does belonging in God's kingdom help with life in this world? How can a Christian identity provide sufficient security for you to navigate places in our world where you don't feel good enough?Reflect on the process of change in the Christian life. How are you being called to put off what you have had on, and put on the things of Christ (Colossians 3)? What do you need to set aside, and what do you need to take on?
Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Parables of the Kingdom in the Gospel of MatthewMatthew 22:1-14 (ESV)1 And again Jesus spoke to them in parables, saying, 2 “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son, 3 and sent his servants to call those who were invited to the wedding feast, but they would not come. 4 Again he sent other servants, saying, ‘Tell those who are invited, “See, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding feast.”' 5 But they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business, 6 while the rest seized his servants, treated them shamefully, and killed them. 7 The king was angry, and he sent his troops and destroyed those murderers and burned their city. 8 Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding feast is ready, but those invited were not worthy. 9 Go therefore to the main roads and invite to the wedding feast as many as you find.' 10 And those servants went out into the roads and gathered all whom they found, both bad and good. So the wedding hall was filled with guests.11 “But when the king came in to look at the guests, he saw there a man who had no wedding garment. 12 And he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding garment?' And he was speechless. 13 Then the king said to the attendants, ‘Bind him hand and foot and cast him into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.' 14 For many are called, but few are chosen.”Sermon OutlineWhy do we resist God's gracious invitation? (v3)1. Resisting God's Callv5 “they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business”v6 “the rest seized his servants, treated them shamefully, and killed them”v11 “a man who had no wedding garment”2. Responding to God's Callv4 “he sent other servants… ‘Tell those who are invited… everything is ready. Come to the wedding feast.'”vv9-10 “…those servants went out into the roads and gathered all whom they found, both bad and good. So the wedding hall was filled with guests.”Prayer of ConfessionAlmighty and most merciful Father: with generosity you invite us to life with you. We admit our confusion, our resistance and our rebellion. With pride and self centeredness we have been apathetic, angry, and unwilling to change. We acknowledge our thoughts and actions towards you and others require forgiveness. We humbly ask that you forgive our sins, as we respond to your gracious call to turn from our sin and towards you to receive life in the name of Christ. It is in his name we pray. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat do you find most appealing or intriguing in Jesus' call to life with him?What in the Christian message and invitation does not appeal to you? What troubles you? What do you think is missing?What do you recognize in aspects of who you are – your life experience, your attitudes, your patterns, your expectations – that resists Jesus' call? What do you need to resist in yourself, or correct?Who in this parable are you most like: the disinterested who don't come because they have other things to do? The angry who respond with aggression towards the ones inviting? The individual who comes but does not change as appropriate for the occasion?If you received an invitation to attend a celebrity party, how would you feel? How does the invitation to join the kingdom of the Creator of Heaven and Earth land differently in you? Why?Why is it important to recognize that we don't earn our way into God's kingdom but we enter because of the generosity of the king? What spiritual health follows from a foundation of grace?How does belonging in God's kingdom help with life in this world? How can a Christian identity provide sufficient security for you to navigate places in our world where you don't feel good enough?Reflect on the process of change in the Christian life. How are you being called to put off what you have had on, and put on the things of Christ (Colossians 3)? What do you need to set aside, and what do you need to take on?
Presenting Everyone Mature in Christ – Colossians 1:28 Discussion Questions: -In what ways do we proclaim Christ when we gather together? -What does it look like to become mature in Christ? -How does being connected and involved in each other's lives help us carry out Colossians 1:28? -Imagine what it will be like to be presented to Christ. How does this future reality motivate you to pursue holiness? Further study: Matt 28:18-20; Rom 8:29; 1 Cor 2:2; Eph 4:11-16; 5:25-27; Phil 1:6; 2:12-13; Col 3:9-10,16; 1 Thess 3:11-13; 5:12-13; 23-24; Heb 4:12; 1 Jn 3:2-3; Rev 19:6-10.
Standing Firm | Colossians 2:6-15In a world filled with false teachings, empty philosophies, and cultural confusion, how can believers stay rooted in the truth? The Apostle Paul challenges the church at Colossae—and us today—to stand firm in Christ.In this message, we'll explore:Why strange and deceptive ideas have always existed (from ancient heresies to modern cults)How Paul reminds us to be rooted and built up in Christ (Colossians 2:6-7)The fullness of God revealed in Jesus, our only hope (Colossians 2:9-10)How Christ cancels our debt and triumphs over sin and death (Colossians 2:13-15)The dangers of being led astray by human traditions, false ideologies, or personal preferencesBottom Line: You can't grow up in your faith unless you first stand firm in Christ.Key Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15
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Rooted and Built Up in Christ (Colossians 2:6–7) “As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.” Paul reminds the believers in Colossae that the Christian life doesn't stop at receiving Christ—it begins there. Salvation is the doorway, but discipleship is the daily walk. To “walk in Him” means to live with Christ at the center of everything we do: our choices, our words, and our attitudes. It's not about occasional moments of faith, but a continual way of living that draws strength from Him. Music By: Mike Outland
Message from Joe Lechner on August 17, 2025
Have you ever wondered who truly deserves the throne of your life? In this powerful message, Pastor Phil Ayres explores an ancient Christian hymn from Colossians that revolutionizes our understanding of Christ's supremacy. Through vivid historical context of Roman imagery and Jewish poetry, we discover how Paul's words challenged both empires and idols. This isn't just ancient history—Pastor reveals how money, family, politics, and even church itself can subtly compete for supremacy in our hearts today. Ready for a transformative perspective that could revolutionize your spiritual journey? Don't miss this compelling exploration of what it truly means to let Christ reign supreme in every aspect of your life.
“The Supremacy of Jesus Christ” Colossians 1:12-29 Thank you for listening! Please enjoy our weekly sermon from Pastor Mike Rodrigues of Aliante Community Baptist Church. We invite you, your family and friends to join us as we study God's word. We pray that you will be blessed by today's lessons from God's Word and we invite you to contact us with any questions you may have - especially questions regarding your relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. We want to help you with your walk of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and with your understanding of His Holy Word, the Bible. May God richly bless you! Donations We are accepting offerings via our church website. Donate Here Your financial support of our ministry is greatly appreciated. Contact Information info@aliantecommunitybaptistchurch.com Website www.aliantecommunitybaptistchurch.com
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Community in Christ, Colossians 4:7-18
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Fullness in Christ - Colossians 2:9-15 - Pius Abeshi
Colossians 2:8-10 New King James Version 8 Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. 9 For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; 10 and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.
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A god is whatever we depend on for all good and seek for refuge in distress. One can believe that such good comes from the Triune God, or one could seek it elsewhere. What is your god? Luther warns of mammon, people, skill, power, friendship, and pride. Each of these can easily become a god. However, we know from Scripture that all that is good is from God (Mark 10:18). He is the One who gives us food, drink, nourishment, health, protection, peace, and everything else we need to support this body and life. The objects themselves are not God, but flow from the generosity of the One who gives us all things in Christ (Colossians 1:15-20). Rev. Samuel Bobby, professor at Luther Academy, Riga, Latvia, joins the Rev. Brady Finnern to study the 1st commandment. To learn more about Luther Academy, visit lut.edu.lv. Find your copy of the Book of Concord - Concordia Reader's Edition at cph.org or read online at bookofconcord.org. Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org.
A god is whatever we depend on for all good and seek for refuge in distress. One can believe that such good comes from the Triune God, or one could seek it elsewhere. What is your god? Luther warns of mammon, people, skill, power, friendship, and pride. Each of these can easily become a god. However, we know from Scripture that all that is good is from God (Mark 10:18). He is the One who gives us food, drink, nourishment, health, protection, peace, and everything else we need to support this body and life. The objects themselves are not God, but flow from the generosity of the One who gives us all things in Christ (Colossians 1:15-20). Rev. Samuel Bobby, professor at Luther Academy, Riga, Latvia, joins the Rev. Brady Finnern to study the 1st commandment. To learn more about Luther Academy, visit lut.edu.lv. Find your copy of the Book of Concord - Concordia Reader's Edition at cph.org or read online at bookofconcord.org. Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org.
In Colossians 1:15-17 we discover that Jesus Christ is worthy of our Worship because He is the pre-eminent Christ, the Lord of Creation and its Sustainer.