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A doctor decided to retire after treating cancer patients for nearly thirty years. While working with a billing company to resolve his clinic’s finances, he opted to forgive $650,000 of debt people still owed him. In an interview about this act of generosity, the doctor said, “I’ve always been rather uncomfortable with sick patients not only having to worry about their own health, [but also] their families, and their jobs, [and] money. That’s always tugged at me.” Even if we’ve never been deep in financial debt, all of us have experienced something similar in a spiritual sense. The Bible likens sin to “debts” (Matthew 6:12). It also says there’s no way for us to repay what we owe God. We can’t donate money to charity, serve others, or work out a deal with Him to cover what we owe. Jesus is our only hope. Through His death and resurrection, Christ “canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross” (Colossians 2:14). Accepting Jesus’ sacrifice for the wrong things we’ve done means waking up to a new day, completely free from the burden of sin. May God’s mercy and forgiveness shine into the world as He helps us lovingly address people and circumstances in our lives.

Today, I explain how the United States Supreme Court came to understand the word “liberty” in the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause and the changes in society's understanding of the cosmos that influenced it. Understanding the evolution of that word is critical to everyone who wants to understand our times and know better how to “walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time” (Colossians 4:5 KJV). "Sons of Issachar" should not miss this one.

Today, I explain how the United States Supreme Court came to understand the word “liberty” in the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause and the changes in society's understanding of the cosmos that influenced it. Understanding the evolution of that word is critical to everyone who wants to understand our times and know better how to “walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time” (Colossians 4:5 KJV). "Sons of Issachar" should not miss this one.Support the show: https://www.factennessee.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This sermon launches the Becoming New series by showing that lasting change flows from identity, not effort. Walking through Colossians 3:1–4, we unpack what it means to live as people who have been raised with Christ.

Colossians Ch 3 We examine the doctrine of Positional Righteousness, search for biblical definitions of uncleanness, inordinate affection, concupiscence, and idolatry while letting God judge whether or not life is fair. We’ll look at God’s command that his people turn … Continue reading →

Parents, here's a challenge to adopt a new years resolution that has you bent on gaining weight. No, I'm not encouraging you to go against conventional new year's resolutions and decide to eat more so that the scale in your home goes on overload. Rather, I'm encouraging you to resolve to weigh yourself down each and every day with the life-giving good weight of ingesting more and more of God's Word into your mind and heart. As the great J.I. Packer once wrote, “Wisdom is divinely wrought in those, and those only, who apply themselves to God's revelation.” The Apostle Paul writes in Colossians 3:16, “let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, with all wisdom.” What we need to do is soak ourselves in the Scriptures on a daily basis. As you do that, God will form and conform you more and more into His image. And, not only will you be changed, but you will be better equipped to nurture you children and teens in the faith through your words and your example.

Today, I explain how the United States Supreme Court came to understand the word “liberty” in the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause and the changes in society's understanding of the cosmos that influenced it. Understanding the evolution of that word is critical to everyone who wants to understand our times and know better how to “walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time” (Colossians 4:5 KJV). "Sons of Issachar" should not miss this one.

John Bunyan's famous allegory, “Pilgrim's Progress,” described the journey of the believer from the “slough of despond” to “the celestial city.” In less picturesque terms, Paul did the same for the Colossians. We, too, need to know how to get there from here. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me. (Colossians 1:27-29) The mystery once hidden but now revealed is this: Christ in us, the hope of glory. This reality should shake us to our core—not just comforting us, but transforming us. We are not just saved; we are co-heirs with Christ. And in that transformation, we don't stay silent. We proclaim Him. We warn. We teach with all wisdom – not to boast in knowledge, but so that every person may be presented mature in Christ. Discipleship flows from love, and it's not optional. It's a call that requires our surrender. It means giving up comfort, being willing to teach and be taught, to share what God has given and humbly receive from others. Jesus modeled this in His earthly ministry, and He commissioned us to follow in that way. Paul said he toiled and struggled for this very reason—discipleship. But he didn't do it in his own strength. He did it with the energy God powerfully worked in him. That's what makes this holy striving different from striving in our flesh. It's not about proving ourselves. It's about obedience fueled by God's Spirit, working in us to build up the body of Christ in love. Discipleship is work, yes. But most importantly - discipleship is love in action. It's the Church maturing together under the headship of Christ. And in every struggle to love, to teach, to grow, and to receive, we're participating in the mystery: Christ in us, the hope of glory.

John Bunyan's famous allegory, “Pilgrim's Progress,” described the journey of the believer from the “slough of despond” to “the celestial city.” In less picturesque terms, Paul did the same for the Colossians. We, too, need to know how to get there from here. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

Studium biblijne (sezon 60) z 3 stycznia 2026 r., pt. „Prześladowani, ale nieopuszczeni”. Jest to swobodna dyskusja na podstawie kwartalnika „Lekcje Biblijne 1/2026: Zjednoczenie nieba i ziemi - Chrystus w Liście do Filipian i Liście do Kolosan”. Tytuł oryginału: „Adult Sabbath School Bible Study Guide 1/2026: Uniting Heaven and Earth: Christ in Philippians and Colossians” autorstwa Clintona Wahlena. ▶️ STUDIUM BIEŻĄCEGO ODCINKA: Ef 3,1; 2 Kor 4,7-12; Dz 9,16; Flm 1,15-16; Kol 4,9; Flp 1,1-3; Kol 1,1-2. ▶️ TEKST PRZEWODNI: „Radujcie się w Panu zawsze; powtarzam, radujcie się” (Flp 4,4). ▶️ W STUDIUM BIORĄ UDZIAŁ: Mateusz Krzesiński (prowadzący), Adam Grześkowiak, Piotr Bylina. Zarejestrowano staraniem Kościoła Adwentystów Dnia Siódmego w RP, zbór w Podkowie Leśnej, 9 grudnia 2025 r. w Wyższej Szkole Teologiczno-Humanistycznej (WSTH) im. Michała Beliny-Czechowskiego w Podkowie Leśnej, w koprodukcji z WSTH oraz Hope Media Polska (telewizja). Copyright © 2026 www.nadzieja.tv. Creative Commons Attribution, BY-NC-ND 4.0 PL, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/legalcode.pl.

The Word of the Day with Rene' Holaday for Monday 12-29-25: Colossians 2: 1-7, Part 1. "Not Philosophy, but Christ!"  Exactly! Study what actually MATTERS!  ;() If you are blessed by today's episode of "The Word of the Day" and you want to contribute to my daily production, or offer part of your monthly tithes, It would be greatly appreciated and you could do that by logging on to "PayPal.com" and donating to my PayPal payment address which is "reneholaday@gmail.com" and you can donate any amount as a one time gift, or as a recurring monthly gift of $5 or more.  All contributions will help me to be able to continue this daily calling for everyone, as I am happy to share the random daily teaching by the Holy Spirit in these end times! Blessings to all of you for joining me each morning! There's nothing I'd rather be doing, and it's my greatest pleasure in life to be able to bring you all "The Word" each morning!   Also, if you want to contact me or have any questions, you are always welcome to email me at the same email address that is used for PayPal contributions, which is: reneholaday@gmail.com

The Word of the Day with Rene' Holaday for Tuesday 12-30-25: Part 2, Colossians 2:8-23: "Not Legalism But Christ" and "He Nailed SIN to the Cross, Not the Law!!"  What's the difference between Legalism and keeping The Law of the 10 Commandments, like Jesus instructs us to do?  Come and see!  That question is defined in the Biblical notes from the Bible today.  You are going to be glad you watched today's episode, as it CORRECTLY defines what Paul meant in this chapter about both these subjects.  Most people, including the Mega Churches have this chapter wrong and are teaching the wrong thing, so it is critical that we get it RIGHT. ;() If any of you can help me with firewood, I could use help!  If you're blessed by this daily Bible Study and you can help me with a donation of $5 or more to my PayPal address, it certainly would be appreciated!  This next couple weeks I will be having a "FIREWOOD funds drive" so I can buy more firewood, and you can donate any amount to : reneholaday@gmail.com  If you go to PayPal.com and let them know your amount and my PayPal email address, and the title of my PayPal page will show up as "Liberty Agenda USA."   THANK YOU ahead of time!

As we step into a new year, I wanted to do something sacred and intentional—pray Scripture over you. In this special episode, we walk through powerful biblical prayers from Ephesians, Colossians, Thessalonians, and Numbers, explaining why these prayers matter and how they shape a faith-filled life. These aren’t rushed or performative prayers; they are grounding, relational, and deeply personal. Prayer isn’t about getting God to cooperate with our plans—it’s about deepening our relationship with Him. This episode offers peace, clarity, endurance, and blessing as you begin a new season, anchored not in resolutions, but in God’s Word and presence. May God bless you and keep you. May He direct your every step. And May God fill you with His peace as you step into the new year, my friend. Xo, Donna And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Listen in to learn more : (03:20) – Why every new beginning should be undergirded by prayer (08:45) – Grasping the depth of God’s love changes everything (Ephesians 3) (14:30) – God brings to fruition what faith prompts (2 Thessalonians 1) (20:10) – Praying for wisdom, endurance, and spiritual strength (Colossians 1) (27:40) – Receiving God’s blessing, peace, and shalom for the new year (Numbers 6) Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my new book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith! Connect with Donna Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When the Bottom Falls Out in Your Life, Ask God to Get Involved Through Prayer AND Thanks – You will Be Amazed! MESSAGE SUMMARY: Sometimes the bottom falls out in your life, and you wonder where God is in all your stuff. Well, the challenge to you is to “Thank God” by turning your eyes away from all your life's “stuff” and turning your eyes to God and thanking Him! We have no better teacher, of the need to address God with our thanks, than when, in Luke11:2, Jesus responded to His Disciples' request to teach them to pray: “And he said to them, ‘When you pray, say: Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come.'". By taking your situation to God in prayer AND thanks, you will be amazed at what will happen to your situation which, before you asked God through prayer AND thanks, seemed insurmountable. What do you usually do? You worry and fret – you focus on the negative and give the adverse situation so much power, in your life, rather than focusing on God and giving Him thanks. In Mathew 6:34, Jesus tells you not to be anxious about your life situations: “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.". Ask God to get involved in your life through prayer and thanks – you will be amazed.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, may your will, not my will, be done in my life. You know how easy it is to call myself a Christian but then become busy, forgetting about your will and desires. Forgive me for this sin. Help me listen to you, and grant me the courage to faithfully surrender to you. In Jesus' name, amen.    Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 25). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, My life is about Christ (Philippians 1:21). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): 1 Corinthians 11:25; Colossians 2:2-3; John 10:25-30; Psalms 17:1-15. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “A Christmas Message”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

The scope of your Christian life is tied directly to your view of Christ Jesus. If your view of Jesus is small, your faith will be small. Small faith leads to bondage and defeat. How will your understanding of Christ's reign shape your coming year? Join us for a workshop of Colossians 1 to better understand Christ's role in creation and in your life.

Daily Dose of Hope December 31, 2025   Scripture – Acts 28   Prayer:  For our last prayer of this reading plan, let's end with a prayer of peace from St. Francis of Assisi... Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.   Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading.  We have been on an incredible journey of reading through the Gospels and Acts.  Today, we are walking through the last chapter of Acts, Acts 28.   After a few months on the island of Malta, during which Paul was bitten by a viper (with no bad repercussions) and healed many people, they finally are able to secure a new ship and continue the journey to Rome.  When they arrive, Paul is met by a group of believers. I love this. I picture a group waiting by the dock for the ship to come in, anxious to take care of Paul with warm hugs and casseroles!   But Paul doesn't waste much time, after just three days he begins to preach, teach, and discuss his views with the Jewish leaders in Rome. It appears they are more open to Paul's teachings than the Jews in other locations. For two years, Paul stays in Rome, in his own rented house, and welcomed all who came to see him. He taught about God's Kingdom and preached Jesus with boldness and without any obstacles.  It's possible he resumed his tent-making in order to support himself but his main focus was conversion.   Paul's intention was always to go to Rome. But just like in our own lives, stuff happened. Riots, jail time, and shipwrecks, all thwarted the best of intentions. Eventually, Paul did end up in Rome and had two years there to share the Gospel. Our life journeys, though probably not as eventful as Paul's, never go in a straight line. There are ups and downs, steps backward, pauses, and spins. But God can and will use each of those experiences to grow us and to help us speak into the lives of others. It's always about the journey, not the destination.   But what happened to Paul after this?  We have some evidence based on his other letters.  Certain letters, which Paul wrote while imprisoned in Rome, are especially helpful.  These include Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon, and Philippians, written between AD 60-62.  Titus, as well as 1 and 2 Timothy, were written after Acts and during Paul's travels, AD 66 and 68. We can estimate that Paul lived for about 5-6 more years after the book of Acts ends.    We can also estimate that Paul stood before Caesar (Emperor Nero) around AD 62.  Tradition tells us that he was eventually released from his imprisonment in Rome.  There is some consensus that Paul may have actually gone to Spain after his release, carrying the Gospel even further.  But he did eventually end up back in Rome and tradition says that Paul was actually beheaded there in AD 68.    Paul is considered the most effective Christian missionary who has ever lived.   He took the Gospel to places far and wide, at least as far as the known world at the time.  And he did so at great risk to himself.  He wasn't afraid of physical pain or discomfort.  He didn't care if everything was removed from him.  He had surrendered his life, fully and completely, to Jesus and sharing his message with the world.  As a result, he started many churches and the Gospel spread.    Today is the last Daily Dose of Hope for 2025.  I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback.  What did you learn?  How has God stretched you?  I do hope you will join us on our Journey through the Letters of Paul, which we will start on January 5th.  It's been an honor sharing this with you.    Blessings, Pastor Vicki

Send us a textAs we close another year and step into a brand-new one, we want to speak life, blessing, and expectation over you, your home, and everything God is preparing in the year ahead. The New Year is such a beautiful reminder that our God is the God of new beginnings — the One who restores, renews, and leads us forward with purpose.Here at UTSP, we are stepping boldly into 2026 believing for big things — deeper conversations, stronger community, more stories that glorify Jesus, and a year marked by obedience, growth, and God's faithfulness. And we're grateful you're on this journey with us.As you step into this new year, may your heart be anchored in His promises:That He goes before you and makes the crooked paths straight.That His mercies are new every single morning.That He is doing a new thing — even now.Let these verses shape your vision for the year ahead:✨ “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” - Colossians 3:23✨ “All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.” - Proverbs 14:23✨ “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58✨ “Behold, I am doing a new thing… I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.”  Isaiah 43:19✨ “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.” Psalm 138:8✨ “Trust in the Lord with all your heart… and He will make straight your paths.”  Proverbs 3:5–6We're praying that 2026 is a year of clarity, courage, and calling — a year where you see God move in your family, your health, your motherhood, your marriage, and your purpose in ways you've never experienced before.Happy New Year, friends. May this next chapter be full of His presence, His peace, and His unmistakable goodness. UTSP is ready… and we're so thankful you're walking into this new season with us. ✨

Send us a textThis podcast focuses on Paul's letter to combat the Gnosticism breaking up the Colossians Church. Listen to hear how Paul unpacks the false ways of Gnosticism and how he preaches to get the Colossians to pray and get armed for spiritual battle. He warned that after he established churches wolves would enter with sheep's clothing. The gnostics had done just that. Support the show

In our final lesson for this series in the letter of Colossians we look at how the purpose of God for His people in who we become involves touching and shaping the lives of others around us. It's easy to get distracted from this mission, which is why the Gospel of Christ redirects His people to God's eternal purpose.  Can we help you with your walk with God? We'd love to hear from you! https://www.thebibleway.com/contact.

Today's readings are Colossians 1; Psalm 43; 89; 2 Chronicles 1; Job 39. I hope you will join me in reading these passages.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningColossians 3:13 — God Heals Wounds and Restores Peace in My Relationships Scripture (NIV) Colossians 3:13 — “Bear with each other and forgive one another… Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Romans 12:18 — “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Welcome to Daily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper, recorded live in London, England, where the world gathers for five minutes of faith, hope, and strength. As the year closes, many hearts long for restoration, forgiveness, and new beginnings within family and relationships. Prayer  Father, I bring every strained relationship before You. Heal the hurt, soften hearts, and remove bitterness that has built up over the year. Where words have wounded, bring compassion. Where distance has formed, create connection. Lord, mend what is fractured and restore peace where tension has grown. Teach me to forgive freely, to release offence, and to walk in Your grace. Replace heaviness with understanding, frustration with patience, and conflict with unity. Holy Spirit, breathe peace into my home. Restore communication, renew love, and rebuild trust. Let this new year begin with healed relationships, restored harmony, and a spirit of peace resting over every family. Prayer Points  prayer for family peace, prayer for forgiveness, prayer for restored relationships, prayer for emotional healing, prayer for unity, prayer for softened hearts, prayer for renewed love Life Application (20–25 words) Ask God to show you one practical act of peace you can offer someone today—an apology, a message, or a gentle step toward reconciliation. Declaration I declare God is healing my relationships and restoring peace in my home as the new year begins. Call to Action Share this prayer with someone needing relational healing. Visit DailyPrayer.uk for the full New Year's Eve prayer journey.Colossians 3:13 prayer, family healing prayer, prayer for restored relationships, christian forgiveness prayer, reverend ben cooper, dailyprayer.uk, global prayer podcast, peace in families prayerOutro Thank you for praying with us. Join us for Prayer 8—the final New Year's Eve prayer—as we pray over rest, calm, and God's presence through the night.Support the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

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Fr. Ryan preached this homily on December 27, 2025. The readings are from Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14, Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5, Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 & Mt 2:13-15, 19-23. — Connect with us! Website: slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

Was Jesus really worshiped as God—or just “honored” like any other man? In this late-night debrief, Joel breaks down a live debate with a Hebrew Israelite and shows from Scripture why Jesus is Yahweh, equal with the Father and worthy of true worship.

Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by Tyler Boss, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. Let God fill your mind with peace. Meditate on Colossians 3:2. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This sermon addresses the universal human struggle with peace, demonstrating that genuine peace cannot be found in worldly circumstances, relationships, or material possessions, but only through Jesus Christ. Pastor Brent Sivnksty establishes that while the world celebrates peace during Christmas, true peace requires more than the absence of conflict—it demands a personal relationship with Christ. Through the lens of Colossians 3:15, the message emphasizes three foundational truths: peace is only found in the person and work of Jesus Christ, those who have peace with God can know peace from God, and believers must actively allow Christ's peace to rule in their hearts. The sermon challenges Christians to submit to Christ's authority, allowing His peace to act as a referee or umpire in their lives, making decisions based on God's Word rather than emotions or circumstances. Pastor Brent emphasizes that biblical thoughts must lead to biblical actions, which then produce biblical feelings—not the reverse. Key Points: True peace is only found in the person and work of Jesus Christ, who is identified as the Prince of Peace Peace with God comes through justification by faith in Christ's death and resurrection, not through works or religion Believers who have peace with God have access to peace from God through their relationship with Christ Many Christians fail to experience God's peace because they don't "let" or allow it to rule in their hearts The peace of Christ must "rule" (act as referee/umpire) in our hearts, making decisions based on God's Word Biblical peace requires submission to Christ's sovereign authority and trust in His promises Biblical thinking must precede biblical action, which then produces biblical feelings—not the other way around Common obstacles to peace include fear of the known and unknown, financial problems, health issues, fear of failure, fixation on others, loneliness, temptation, spiritual defeat, irritations of life, and resistance to change A thankful heart is necessary to maintain a peaceful heart, while ingratitude produces discontentment and strife Personal peace with God affects our relationships with others in the body of Christ Scripture References: Colossians 3:1, 15 (primary text) Isaiah 9:6 Acts 10:36 Ephesians 2:13-17 Ephesians 6:15 Colossians 1:20 Romans 5:1-5 John 16:33 John 14:27 Philippians 4:6-7 2 Peter 1:2 Isaiah 26:3 Romans 12 (end of chapter) Romans 15:33

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====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== LECCIÓN DE ESCUELA SABÁTICA         I TRIMESTRE DEL 2026Narrado por: Eddie RodriguezDesde: Guatemala, GuatemalaUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist ChurchMIÉRCOLES 31 DE DICIEMBREPABLO Y COLOSAS No tenemos constancia de que Pablo visitara alguna vez Colosas, lo que nuevamente nos dice algo acerca de la eficacia de su estrategia evangelizadora. En primer lugar, fue Epafras, residente de Colosas (Col. 4:12), quien llevó el evangelio a esa ciudad (Col. 1:7). ¿Cómo ocurrió su conversión? Lo más probable es que haya ocurrido cuando Pablo estuvo a mediados de la década del ‘50 en la cercana Éfeso, y “todos los que habitaban en Asia [...] pudieron oír la palabra del Señor Jesús” (Hech. 19:10; comparar con Hech. 20:31). El libro de Apocalipsis da testimonio de la gran difusión del evangelio en esta zona (Apoc. 1:4). La explicación más plausible de este éxito, incluida su propagación a Colosas, es que haya sido el resultado de la labor de los conversos de Pablo, quienes escucharon por primera vez el mensaje en Éfeso, la ciudad más importante de Asia Menor y uno de los principales puertos. Epafras habría escuchado la predicación de Pablo en Éfeso y, convertido en uno de sus colaboradores, habría llevado el evangelio a su ciudad natal, de Colosas. La ciudad, a unos quince kilómetros al sureste de Laodicea, está siendo excavada en la actualidad, por lo que sabemos menos de ella que de otras ciudades más importantes de la región. Sí sabemos que tenía una población judía numéricamente considerable, de “hasta diez mil de ellos viviendo en esa zona de Frigia” (Arthur G. Patzia, Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon [Peabody, MA: Hendrickson, 1990], p. 3). Las monedas acuñadas en Colosas indican que sus habitantes adoraban, como en muchas ciudades romanas, a una variedad de dioses. Las prácticas paganas y las poderosas influencias culturales planteaban a los cristianos enormes desafíos, no solo para evangelizar la ciudad, sino también para mantenerse fieles a la fe pura del evangelio. Otro cristiano prominente en Colosas fue Filemón, que pudo haberse convertido más o menos al mismo tiempo que Epafras. Lee Filemón 1:15, 16. Ver también Colosenses 4:9. ¿Qué curso de acción recomendó Pablo a Filemón respecto de Onésimo? Aunque la ley romana obligaba a Pablo a devolver a Onésimo a Filemón, el apóstol apela al corazón y a la conciencia de Filemón como compañero creyente, y lo insta a tratar a Onésimo como a un hermano, no como a un esclavo (File. 1:16). Por mucho que aborrezcamos la idea de la esclavitud en cualesquiera de sus formas y deseemos que Pablo hubiera condenado esa práctica, ¿cómo podemos aceptar lo que Pablo dice aquí? (Resulta fascinante que, durante la época de la esclavitud en Estados Unidos, Elena de White dijera específicamente a los adventistas que desobedecieran la ley que ordenaba devolver a los esclavos fugitivos). 

1 Timothy 4:6-16 ESV If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed.Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godlinessfor while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance.For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.Command and teach these things.Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching.Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you.Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress.Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers."If you want to change your life, change your habits. If you want to change your habits, let God change your heart." -Craig GroeschelHabit #1: Pray IntentionallyPsalm 145:18 ESV The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.Philippians 4:6-7 NLT Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.Matthew 26:41 ESV Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”James 1:5 ESV If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.Habit #2: Read the Bible with other believers1 Timothy 4:13 ESV Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching.Colossians 3:12-17 ESV Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patiencebearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.Hebrews 4:12 ESV For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.Habit #3: Find CommunityHebrews 10:22-25 ESV let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good worksnot neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.Proverbs 27:17 ESV Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.Matthew 18:20 ESV For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”Habit #4: Give back to the one who has given to you1 Peter 4:10-11 NIV Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms.If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.2 Corinthians 9:7 ESV Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.Application:Don't overwhelm yourself and try to do it all, pick one habit to focus on and give it your all.

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What is God like? John Mark dives into Matthew 11v25-30, exploring what it means that Jesus is "gentle and humble of heart" and showing why grasping this truth is essential for finding true rest for our souls in a culture of burnout and exhaustion.Key Scripture Passages: Matthew 11v25-30; Ephesians 4v2; Colossians 3v12; 1 Peter 3v4; Philippians 2v5-8This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Annemarie from Norwood, South Australia; Seth from Cincinnati, Ohio; Esther from Waynesville, Missouri; Tom from Brunswick, Maine; and Jay from Richmond, Texas. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

Psalm 85 Psalm 89:2-38 Colossians 1:15--2:3 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

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Is Jesus eternal, or was he created? How do we interpret Colossians 1:15? This conversation stirred as Kemp continues his conversation with JWs.   Want to support the show, check out our website, Laymenscup.com. You can buy merch and buy us a cup of coffee.  If you are listening on iTunes, please subscribe and leave a review.  Laymen on iTunes If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. Find us on YouTube by searching for LaymensCup. Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell! We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup. It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you. Please pray for us, as we are praying for you. Kemp, Bob, Shaun, and Ann

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Sabbath School panel discussion and insight by 3ABN pastors and teachers. This podcast episode follows 2026 quarter 1, lesson 1 of the adult Bible study guide book. This quarter's book topic is “Uniting Heaven and Earth. Christ in Philippians and Colossians”, and this week's Sabbath School lesson is titled “Persecuted but Not Forsaken”. Join us every week for a fresh and relevant study of the word of God.  Reading: Eph. 3:1; 2 Cor. 4:7–12; Acts 9:16; Philem. 15, 16; Col. 4:9; Phil. 1:1–3; Col. 1:1, 2. Memory Text: “Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4, NKJV). (December 27 - January 02)  Sunday – Jill Morikone - Paul, the Prisoner of Jesus ChristMonday – John Dinzey - Paul in ChainsTuesday – Shelley Quinn - Paul in PhilippiWednesday – James Rafferty - Paul and ColossaeThursday – John Lomacang - The Churches of Philippi and Colossae Want the Panelists' notes? You can sign up here: https://3abnsabbathschoolpanel.com/notes/  Questions or Comments? Email us at mail@3abn.org Donate: https://3abn.org/donate-quick.html

Colossians 1:19-20  “For God in all his fullness  was pleased to live in Christ,  and through him God reconciled  everything to himself.  He made peace with everything in heaven and on earth  by means to Christ's blood on the cross.“  What an amazing thought, the God of the universe, in all his fullness and completeness, was pleased to live as a human. And he did it all to reconcile everything; the word reconcile comes from the Latin root words (re) - back and (conciliar) - bring together. Bring back together. As intended. Made right.  The almighty, powerful creator - God, the same one that hung the moon and the stars and created everything, lowered himself, became a human, again, here's the amazing thing - was happy to do it because he wanted to make everything right. To bring everything back together as originally intended. Whole and complete.   And as a result, He brings you and I peace, shalom, which also means completeness and wholeness. All is right; every debt paid, every mistake and failure is forgotten. We can experience peace, being inseparably connected to the God of the universe, with all the power, and love, and grace, and mercy that goes with that, because of what happened. Jesus was born, Jesus lived, Jesus died, Jesus rose again to make peace with everything in heaven and on earth.  The most profound eternal problem you will ever face, separation from your Father God and his Love, Power, and grace, has already been reconciled for you. There is nothing you can do or not do to change that.  PRAY: Lord Jesus, we celebrate that holy moment when Your coming as man renewed our hearts. Excite in me a hunger for peace: peace in the world, peace in my home, peace in myself. Peace that only You can bring. Immanuel, God with us. Amen 

Colossians 1:24-29 1. The Ministry Involves Suffering (1:24) 2. The Ministry Involves A Trust (1:25) 3. The Ministry Involves A Message (1:26-27) 4. The Ministry Involves A Goal (1:28) 5. The Ministry Involves Work (1:29)

Colossians 1:14 Preached in the Sanctuary of Bethesda Shalom, England, Sunday 28th December, 2025.

"If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory." Colossians 3:1-4

Monday, 29 December 2025   These are the things which defile a man, but to eat with unwashed hands does not defile a man.” Matthew 15:20   “These, they are, the ‘defiling the man,' but to eat with unwashed hands, not it defiles the man” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus gave a list of things that stem from the heart and which defile a person. He confirms this now with the words, “These, they are, the ‘defiling the man.'”   The list from Jesus, as recorded in Matthew, is not all-inclusive. In Mark, rather than seven items, Jesus gives a list of thirteen. It is certain that the list could go on all day as the human heart thinks up new ways of sinning. That is a thought stated by Paul in Romans 1:30, where he notes those who are “inventors of evil things.” In fact, the Lord, through Jeremiah, says –   “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it? 10 I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, Even to give every man according to his ways, According to the fruit of his doings.” Jeremiah 17:9, 10   It is the heart where the source of true defilement of a man comes. Jesus continues, saying, “but to eat with unwashed hands, not it defiles the man.”   Here is a new word, aniptos. It is derived from the negative particle a, and the word niptó, to wash or cleanse. Therefore, it signifies unwashed. Jesus explicitly says what He was referring to concerning foods entering the mouth. He was not speaking of the foods themselves, but of the fact that they are unwashed.   Without considering these words, scholars have run ahead of the dispensation's completion and said that Jesus was claiming that all foods are acceptable to be eaten. However, that would be a violation of the Law of Moses, something not yet fulfilled by Him. Having said that, the parallel account in Mark says concerning food –   “...because not it enters him into the heart, but into the stomach and into the john it ejects, cleansing all the foods.” Mark 7:19   Taking this to a wholly unintended extreme, the NIV et al, which is based on the offset of the NU text, thus implying it is the wording of Mark, says, “(In saying this, Jesus declared all foods clean)”. This is not at all what Jesus is saying. He is saying that the food is purified through the process of going through the body. As in Matthew, the context is that of ceremonial washing of foods, not the types of foods.   It is true that during this dispensation, all foods are acceptable –   “For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving.” 1 Timothy 4:4   This sentiment is taught by Paul in several ways in Romans 14, 1 Corinthians 8, Colossians 2, etc. But this is not what Jesus is referring to while under the Law of Moses. The distinction must be made and kept separate. Until the law was fulfilled, it had to be obeyed.   Life application: Those who have come to Christ “are not under law but under grace” Romans 6:14. If there is no law, then there can be no imputation of sin (Romans 5:13, 2 Corinthians 5:19, etc.). As this is so, believers cannot lose their salvation.   However, Jesus states moral truths in the verses we have been looking at. The things that we do, which stem from a wicked heart, are wicked. No, we will not be imputed sin and lose our salvation for doing those things. However, we are not blameless either.   In doing such things, we harm our relationship with the Lord, we set a very poor example for the world to see, and we will lose rewards at the Bema seat of Christ. We may also lose our lives, health, savings, etc., in the process of doing such things. These are truths that the Bible proclaims.   We are not given license to do wrong, something those who say the doctrine of eternal salvation necessarily must teach. That is a false dichotomy that is unsupportable from Scripture. Scripture teaches eternal salvation, while it also teaches holiness and consequences for wrongdoing.   Be sure not to get bullied by those who claim you can lose your salvation. They have poor doctrine and nothing biblical to stand on. At the same time, never take your eternal salvation as a license to sin. That is the surest way of making your life miserable. Actions have consequences. Be holy to the Lord and honor Him with your lives.   Lord God, help us to be ready to defend sound doctrine at all times. But may we not be arrogant as we do. Also, Lord, help us to be holy in our thoughts, words, and deeds for the sake of Jesus' name. We can so easily get distracted from these things. So help us in this, O God. Amen.

According to a simple Google search, there are roughly 245 million Christians in the United States. By this statistic, two out of every three people you know are Christians, but we all know that this is not true. One can claim to be a Christian and yet not know or love Christ at all. Rather than thinking this is only an out-in-the-world problem, we must recognize that this is also an in-the-church problem. Many people have been in church their entire lives and yet do not know or love Christ at all. The goal of this sermon is not to condemn, but to cause all of us to examine ourselves and ask an important question: Am I a real Christian? Thanks be to God that Colossians 3:1-17 shows us what it means to be a real Christian.BIG IDEA: The mark of a real Christian is a transformed life.Real Christians • Look up (1-4) • Kill sin (5-11)             -How to Kill Sin           -Scripture (Romans 8:13, Ephesians 6:17)           -Fasting (Matthew 6:16-18)           -Confession (James 5:16) • Live new (12-17)

Brace your self as Pastor Ed Wade gifts us with insightful interpretation of Colossians 4:1-8 expounding upon the heart touching topic of fairness amognst leadership

Psalm 46 Psalm 72 Colossians 1:1-14 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Psalm 110:1-5,7 Psalm 130 Colossians 1:12-20 1 John 1:1-3 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on December 27, 2025. The readings are from Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14, Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5, Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 & Mt 2:13-15, 19-23. — Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY Original Airdate: December 29, 2019 Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 | Colossians 3:12-21 | Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 Oh God, who pleased to give us the shining example of the holy family, graciously grant that we may imitate them in practicing the virtues of family life in the bonds of charity and so, in the joy of your house, delight one day in eternal rewards.  Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever, amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homily from the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph The "trad family" goes back farther than the 1950's... Men and women need to be authentically masculine and feminine for their marriages and families to thrive. But what IS authentic masculinity? What IS authentic femininity? Mass Readings from December 28, 2025: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23