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Sunday Morning WorshipOpen Doors and Prison Cells - Colossians 4:2–4Dr. Paul ThompsonAugust 16, 2026Notes | https://calvarydothan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026_08_16_1.pdf
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A beloved friend- In his final words and greetings, Paul acknowledged some of his most faithful friends in ministry. If we want strong, Godly friendships, we need to be loving and faithful towards others.
Colossians 4 | Marks of Maturity by Pastor Dan DeBell
A sermon by Pastor Dave McMurry. More about Grace Bible Church: http://begrace.org
Dr. Thurman Hayes Jr. preaching on Colossians 4:7-18, Sunday August 9, 2026. At First Baptist Church of Suffolk, VA.
Welcome to Christ's Church at Butler's Sunday service, August 2nd, 2026. This live stream will include a time of praise and worship, communion, and a message from pastor, Lynn Hart. Contact us at (260)868-6924, or online at CCAB4Him.com. We'd love to connect with you!
Colossians 4:7-18: Discover the Apostle Paul's people power! Learn how collaboration, co-sufferers like Luke, and the power of grace fuel this gospel mission.For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org
Paul's prayer request- As Paul began to conclude his letter to the church at Colossae, he reminded them that their prayers were extremely valuable and asked that they would remain seriously committed to praying for an open door to continue spreading the gospel.
Paul's letter to the church at Colossae concludes with admonition to speak with God regularly in prayer, and to speak graciously with others, acting wisely toward outsiders who do not yet know the mystery of Christ revealed through his gospel. After this, he includes a summary about the ministry of the gospel being performed through other faithful men. These include Tychicus and Onesimus who are delivering the letter, Aristarchus, who is also in prison with Paul, as well as Mark, Barnabas, Justus, Epaphras, Luke the physician who wrote the gospel of Luke and Acts. On a technical note, we'll actually be picking up at verse 2 since chapter 4:1 was covered in our last episode. :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org
In his sermon, “The Language of a Dependent Church” centered on Colossians 4:2-6, Pastor Josiah shared how a healthy church does not only pray whenever there is a crisis, rather a healthy church continues steadfastly in prayer because she knows that her faithfulness, and her perseverance depends on God. As Christ's church, we must be devoted to prayer, spiritually alert, and thankful for all that God has done. A church that is truly dependent on God, is a church that is fully committed to prayer!
Colossians 4:2-6: Discover the four powerful new habits of the new self in Christ. Learn to walk in wisdom, pray with thanksgiving, and share the gospel with grace!For the study resources and manuscript go to messiahbible.org
Send us Fan MailMost of us overthink evangelism. We wait for the perfect moment, the perfect script, or the perfect answer, and meanwhile we miss the opportunities already sitting in our calendar. Colossians 4:5-6 cuts through the noise with a straightforward call: live wisely around outsiders, make the most of every opportunity, and let your conversation be full of grace, seasoned with salt. We're going to be at the Nashville Men's Conference on August 8th. We also have our first west coast Lion event called Man Camp in Utah on September 25-27. Head over to https://thelionwithin.us/events/ to learn more and we'd love to see you there! There are seasons in life where God can feel painfully quiet. Prayers seem unanswered, direction feels unclear, and the silence itself can slowly begin to shape how we view Him, ourselves, and the future ahead. If this resonates you may enjoy this plan that just released on the Bible App. To dive into this 5-day plan check it out here https://thelionwithin.us/devotional/im-just-a-guy-silent/It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.
The Book of Colossians — a 10-week verse-by-verse study from Beth Studies.Week 10 — Devoted to prayer and seasoned with salt — Colossians 4:2-18-------------------------Support us today to create more content!www.sharing-bread.com/donateEverything made up to this point has been done without donors, but now with your support we can multiply your giving to create unimaginable amounts of quality content to inspire, teach, and bring God's word into every household.------------------------Paul writes from a Roman prison to a church he had never met — the believersat Colossae, a flourishing congregation now threatened by a strange brew ofmystical philosophy, Jewish legalism, and angel worship. His pastoral burdenis clear and undivided: Christ is the head of the universe, and there isnothing missing in him. We approach the Father through Christ — not throughintermediaries, not through human philosophy, not through ascetic rules.Across ten sessions we walk the whole letter — Paul's prayer that we be filledwith the knowledge of God's will, the great titles of Christ (image of theinvisible God, firstborn over all creation, head of the church, fullness ofdeity), the warning against hollow philosophy, the call to put off the oldself and put on the new, the wardrobe of compassion–kindness–humility–gentleness–patience–love, the household codes, and Paul's closing greetingsto Tychicus, Onesimus, Mark, Epaphras, and Luke."Christ in you, the hope of glory."----------00:00 Introduction00:11 Reading Colossians 4:2-1800:37 Devoted to prayer03:39 Pray for clarity in the gospel04:26 Be wise toward outsiders05:47 Conversation seasoned with salt07:06 Paul's faithful companions09:09 Epaphras wrestling in prayer10:44 Final greetings and farewell12:34 Closing prayer----------▸ Start with Week 1 for the introduction, or jump to any episode▸ Subscribe so you don't miss new studies▸ Share with a friend who would be encouraged#BookOfColossians #BibleStudy #BethStudies #ChristInYou #SupremacyOfChrist
How do we share the gospel in a culture that's becoming more secular, more skeptical of religion, yet more spiritually curious than ever before? In this powerful message from Colossians 4, guest speaker and church planter from Montreal, Canada Dom Ruso shares what he's learned about engaging a shifting secular world — and the kind of courage it's going to take to be people of faith today.Over 10 years ago, with Woodside's partnership, he planted a church with just 18 people in one of the most post-Christian cultures in North America. That church has now grown to over 400. Along the way, he discovered that the next generation isn't anti-faith — they're actually the most spiritually open generation we've ever seen. But openness to spirituality isn't the same as openness to the gospel, and an experience with God alone isn't enough to survive the complexity of what's coming next.From Colossians 4:2-6, Paul gives us a blueprint from prison that still speaks today
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In this final message from Colossians 4:7–18, we see that Christ builds His church through ordinary people whose lives have been changed by grace.Paul's closing greetings are more than a list of names. They show us faithful servants, gospel partners, praying believers, hospitable homes, and ordinary church members fulfilling the ministry they received from the Lord.This sermon calls us to consider where Christ has placed us, what He has entrusted to us, and how we can serve His church with faithfulness. We are not called to do everything, but we are called to faithfully do what Christ has given us.
Daily Evening Prayer (7/8/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalms 41-43; Proverbs 26; Colossians 4; Hymn 420If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/
Daily Evening Prayer (7/8/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalms 41-43; Proverbs 26; Colossians 4; Hymn 420If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/
June 28, 2026 Steve Barbee
Sunday Evening Verse-by-Verse Bible Study
Sunday Morning Expositional Message
In Colossians 4:2–4, Paul calls the church to be steadfast in prayer, watchful in faith, and thankful before God. He also asks the church to pray for open doors for the gospel and for clarity in proclaiming the mystery of Christ.This passage reminds us that prayer is not a spiritual accessory; it is part of the church's calling. We pray because Christ is Lord, the gospel is powerful, and God is the One who opens doors no one else can open.
Practical Christianity (Colossians 4:2-18) | Rachel MatsonColossae was a first-century city located in the Roman province of Asia. It was a pluralistic environment of competing philosophies, religions, and ideas fighting for the hearts and minds of people. For first-century Christians, this syncretistic environment found its way into the church, and it was in this setting that Paul encouraged the Colossians to live out an entirely different reality, a reality in which Jesus—and only Jesus—had the ultimate supremacy over everything in their lives. Through Colossians, we will see how we too, are invited to place Christ above all, and over all.The Way Church is a church in Vancouver joining Jesus in the restoration of all things. For more information, visit our website at http://thewaychurch.caLINKSConnect Form: http://connect.thewaychurch.caKids: http://thewaychurch.ca/kidsYouth: http://thewaychurch.ca/youthAlpha: http://thewaychurch.ca/alphaMusicbed SyncID:MB01EXOWT3LNA1K
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Colossians 4:3-18 by First Pres Kingwood
Sermon, "Colossians 4:7-18," by Pastor Bryan MacPhail-Fausey during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, Michigan
Join us as Pastor Jason Hernandez teaches through Colossians 4! Click Here for June's SOAP scripture reading plan! For more information about Fusion Church, visit us on the web or follow us on social media here!
Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: 1 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 18-19, Colossians 4 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible for June 18th. Join Hunter as we continue our journey through the scriptures on day 170, exploring 1 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 18 and 19, and Colossians 4. Today, we'll witness the steadfast light of prophets like Micaiah standing for truth in dark times, reflect on our calling to shine God's light in the world, and lift our hearts together in prayer. Whether you're starting your day or seeking some encouragement, come along as we let the Bible point us to the living Word who brings us life. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Micaiah, the truth-speaking prophet, is a light. In the face of deceit and dark kingdoms and dark prophets, he is a light. God always has his lights. Those who speak the truth. Micaiah is one of them. God always has his lights because he is the Father of lights. That's what James tells us. He has men and women who are faithful to shine their light in the darkness and to speak the truth for the Lord, regardless of the results. Paul was one of these lights too. Paul desired to shine the truth of the Gospel of Christ into the darkness. Paul knew how hard it could be. In fact, he wrote Colossians while he was in chains, and it only got worse from there. Yet he is still determined to shine the light. But he asked his friends for prayer. He says, pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should. He knows it's going to be hard, but he also knows that he is a child of the light and he's called to shine in the darkness. God, the Father of lights, is not just the Father of prophets and apostles like Paul and Micaiah. He's also the Father of ordinary people like you and me. And like those mentioned at the end of today's reading—these are names of people that rarely get a second thought. But they too are born into the light of our Father. And they are being faithful to carry out the ministry that their Father God has given to them. To Archippus, Paul says, be sure to carry out the ministry the Lord has given you. There were other people's names like Demas, Epaphras, Archippus, Tycheus, Nympha, Onesimus, and people like you and me with names like Craig, Rebecca, Tom, Mary Ellen, Luz. All are lights born of the Father. All of us have a ministry to shine his bright light in this dark world. Paul asked for prayer: Pray that I will proclaim this message as clearly as I should. He also exhorts others to carry out the ministry that God has given them. And the Father has shone the light of Christ into you. You have been given the light of the world. Allow him to bear light in your heart. Do what God has called you to do in his strength, reflecting back to him the glory that is only his. And let us all together learn what it is to shine our lights. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's the prayer that I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, my son. And that's the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen. Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. And now 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. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen. OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation. Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL
ROOTED: Deepening Our Faith in a Shallow World - Book of Colossians - Rooted in Prayer and Witness: Colossians 4:2-18
Commit to regularly and specifically praying for God to powerfully advance the gospel message through his people's clear presentation of the truth.
A sermon on Colossians 4
Closing sermon on Colossians 4
In this message, we see how God builds a "gospel team" through ordinary, flawed, and faithful people — each playing a unique role.
Colossians 4:10-18 (NCV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss lessons from NymphaRead the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25690The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
Colossians 4:10-18 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss lessons from Demas.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here. Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=25677The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/
Prayer is essential for spiritual strength, yet many struggle with consistency. Through the examples of Paul and Silas praying with joy in prison, Anna's sacrificial devotion to prayer and fasting, and Epaphras wrestling in prayer for others, we learn three powerful approaches to prayer. Paul shows us how to maintain hope through prayer even in impossible circumstances. Anna demonstrates the discipline of consistent prayer and fasting over decades. Epaphras teaches us to intercede with strength for others, making common people uncommonly powerful through prayer.