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It's one thing to understand that God has forgiven our sins through the death and resurrection of Christ, but to also see yourself as being buried with Him and raised to heaven with Him is another whole thing! We have victory over sin through through being dead with Christ and being seated with Him in the heavenly places!

Colossians Chapter 1 Study: The Preeminence of Christ and Reconciliation Introduction Encouragement to study Colossians chapter 1, focusing on the preeminence of Christ and the power of God. Acknowledging personal feelings of inadequacy but emphasizing trust in God’s power to feed His sheep. God uses “foolishness of preaching” to save believers. Reference to Colossians 1:18-22 as the text for the message. “And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence.” “For it pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell;” “And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven.” “And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled” “In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreprovable in his sight” Prayer for God’s help and for the truth to find its place in hearts. The Inward Man vs. The Outward Man Concept of Inner and Outer Self Most people don’t understand the concept of the inward and outward man. There is an unseen man on the inside. God looks at the heart (inward man), not just the outward appearance. Example: Samuel anointing a new king for Israel. Salvation of the Inward Man God saves the inward man, not the outward man (which returns to dust). The inward man must be reconciled to God. The Second Death If one is only born once (physically), there are two deaths in the future. It’s dangerous to be unreconciled to God, even momentarily. If you die without being born again, your soul is unprepared to meet God. Eternity is the most important subject to consider. Need to call on God before it’s too late. God’s Work of Reconciliation and Cleansing Miraculous Work of Salvation Personal testimony of being saved in 1976. Salvation is a miraculous, irreversible work that provides eternal life. Promise of never perishing. Ephesians 1:3-4, 7 Blessed with spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ. Chosen in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and without blame. Redemption through His blood and forgiveness of sins according to the riches of His grace. Colossians 1:22 Presented holy, unblameable, and unreprovable in His sight through the body of His flesh through death. Reconciliation Through Christ’s Blood God reconciled us through the blood of Jesus Christ. Jesus paid for and cleansed us of all sin (past, present, and future). God paid the penalty for our sin debt before we ever could. Calvary’s cross provided forgiveness for all future sins. Promise of being presented to the Father as holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. Purity of the Bride of Christ The bride of Christ (the church) has been made pure. God chose us before the foundation of the world and made a way for all sins to be paid for on the cross. We are made holy, unblameable, and unreprovable through Jesus’ sacrifice. Ephesians 1:4 Confirmation We should be holy and without blame before Him in love. Eternal Security Once born again, one is forever taken care of and will never be lost again. God’s plan at Calvary satisfied the justice of God for the penalty of man’s sin. God recognizes the work of His Son in us, making us holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. We are the sons of God because of the blood shed for our souls. We go to heaven because of what Jesus did, not what we’ve done. Addressing the Misconception of License to Sin Addressing the Misconception Addressing the idea that being forever clean gives a license to sin. Apostle Paul’s response in Romans: “How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?” Born-again individuals cannot live in sin. A new creature inside loves what was once hated and hates what was once loved. If truly born again, something bigger on the inside will chastise and bring one home. Isaiah 1:18 Though sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. Jesus Christ’s sacrifice makes us white and clean in the blood of the Lamb. Everything we’ve ever done falls under the blood of Jesus Christ. Desire to Live Righteously Desire to live the way God wants us to live, not alienated from God or the church. Wanting to live without sin in our hearts. Payment for All Sin At salvation, all sins (past, present, and future) were paid for with Jesus’ blood. God accepted that payment and purged us of sin. Sealed to the Day of Redemption God sealed what He made white, pure, holy, unblameable, and unreprovable with the power of His Holy Spirit. Sins are gone and under the blood of Jesus Christ. Importance of Repentance and Fellowship Fellowship with God depends on willingness to repent daily. Repentance restores fellowship with God. Even if death occurs without a moment to repent, one dies clean, holy, unblameable, and unreprovable because the blood paid for all sin. Everything needed to make us perfect in Christ has been done. Freedom from Fear Freedom from living in fear over salvation. Belief in Jesus’ words: “I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish.” This statement is valid only if all sins were paid for, not just in part. Made holy, unblameable, and unreprovable and sealed to the day of redemption. Holiness and Righteousness Imputed Through Christ Being Holy as God is Holy The only way to be holy is through Christ. Romans 4:22-25 Righteousness was imputed to Abraham because of his faith. This was written for us also, to whom it shall be imputed if we believe on Him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. Jesus was delivered for our offenses and raised again for our justification. Presented as Holy Jesus will present us to God the Father as holy. Holy means righteous, all right, not wrong. Focus on the inward man, not the outward man. Righteousness of Christ Imputed The righteousness of Jesus Christ, not our own, is imputed to us when we turn our hearts over to Christ. It was laid to our account and placed in our hearts, sealed until the day of redemption. Assurance of Salvation Not worrying about sin because, according to the Word of God, sins are gone. Sins are under the blood and gone forever. Living as Holy in Heart Desire to live as holy in the flesh as we are in the heart. God doesn’t halfway forgive sin; He forgives all sin. We are clean and white in the eyes of God. God’s Justice Satisfied The blood of Jesus Christ satisfied God’s justice. We are presented holy, unblameable, and unreprovable in His sight. This is only possible if He deals with our sin, which He did. Eternal Payment for Sin Jesus forever paid our sin debt, and we are saved forevermore. If He didn’t preserve us in that white, holy condition, we wouldn’t have a chance of getting into heaven. Every hope is anchored in the blood of the Lamb. Saved because of what Jesus did, the propitiation for all our sin. Unblameable and Unreprovable: A Miraculous Work Unblameable and Unreprovable Holy, unblameable, and unreprovable are the same concept. A person who cannot be blamed cannot be reproved. Reproving in the flesh helps us walk according to what’s in the heart. Cannot reprove what’s inside the soul; it’s either right with God or not. God had to do something miraculous to make our souls unblameable. Superiority of New Covenant We have something Job didn’t have. Job had great faith, but the blood of Jesus Christ had not yet been shed. Jesus rose from the dead, gathered up that blood, and presented it to God the Father as payment for our sins. Everyone who bows in the name of Jesus Christ can be born again and have their sins washed away. Perfection Through Christ Cannot be saved again because you can’t make perfect water. Cannot go to heaven if you aren’t perfect. Hebrews 9:11-12 Christ came as a high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle. He entered the holy place once with His own blood, having obtained eternal redemption for us. He made us perfect on the inside. John 1:29 John the Baptist saw Jesus coming and said, “Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” Jesus died for sins we’ve yet to commit. Salvation wouldn’t be worth anything if it only covered past sins. He died for the sin of the whole world. God’s Perspective God will present us to the Father as holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. If God says we are unblameable and unreprovable in His sight, we should rejoice. No boasting or works are involved; we have no means of getting to God except through the finished work of Jesus Christ. Cleansing from All Sin and the New Birth 1 John 1:7 If we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ, His Son, cleanses us from all sin. Cleansing from all sin is not about turning over a new leaf. Worthlessness of Self-Righteousness Salvation is not about what we do or will do. Kicking habits or stopping addictions doesn’t merit favor with God. Our righteousness is nothing but filthy rags. The flesh will return to dust, but something inside us was forever made holy and unblameable. Necessity of New Birth Either Jesus’ blood was sufficient for all our sins, or we need to live in constant fear. God knew saving the flesh was impossible because its nature is sinful. Jesus told Nicodemus we must be born again. We are new creatures in Christ because we are born again in the Spirit of God. Two Births, One Death Born once, die twice (physical death and lake of fire). Born twice, die once (only physical death). Boasting in the Lamb of God Boasting about the Lamb of God who shed His blood for our souls. Because we’ve been born again, we get to go to heaven, holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. Romans 3:24 Being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. Justified means there is no condemnation, sin, or culpability. Devil’s Accusations The devil tries to blame, accuse, and reprove us. We end up at the altar where we bow our knee to Him, and the Holy Ghost of God purges us of sin. We have been made clean in the sight of God. We have something to be grateful for; God made a way. We can’t mess this up. Eternal Security and the Gift of Salvation No Need for Retuning No need to get “tuned up” on the inside man again. There is no “black” (sin) inside; it’s all in the nature of the flesh. That which He bought, purged, cleansed, and sealed to the day of redemption must be perfect and holy. Jesus’ promises of eternal life and never perishing would mean nothing if our sins weren’t gone forever. Justification Through Grace Being justified just as if we’d never sinned, freely by His grace through the redemption in Christ Jesus. God set forth Jesus to be a propitiation through faith in His blood. Assurance of Salvation The gift we got will never be in question. Hope that others have experienced the same and will get there. If you die tonight and have been born again, He will present you unto God holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. He did the work once, immediately, for all, and then sealed it. Salvation by Grace, Not Works We get to go to heaven not because of anything we’ve done that was good. No message preached or good deed done will get us into heaven. For the same reason good works won’t get us in, bad works cannot keep us out. Purged and Sealed He purged our sin, looked into the inward man, and identified all the dark past and future sins. The blood has paid for all sin, and it was cleansed and made white that day. He sealed it until the day He redeems us. Day of Redemption The day of redemption is when this old body expires. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. The Holy Spirit will no longer need to be sealed on us; we will be with Him. Doctrinal Belief This is doctrinal to our faith and what we believe. Sometimes we don’t remind ourselves of what great gift God has given us. Illustration of the Slave Girl and the Auction Block Story of the Slave Girl A young slave girl was being sold on the auction block, stripped from her family. She grew hateful toward all those bidding for her. One man bid a price far above what anyone else could pay and bought her. He tore up her papers and said, “You’re free.” She went after him and said she would serve him for the rest of her life. He bought her so he could set her free. Application to Salvation We serve God because we are debtors to Him. We will never be able to repay Him for what He did for us that day as a child. After millions of years, we will still be thanking Him for saving our souls. God’s Perspective When we see our regret, God sees the cross. When we see our sin debt, God sees the price paid in full by His only begotten Son. When we see our multitude of sins, God sees the blood of the spotless Lamb. When we say, “O wretched man that I am,” God says we are righteous because of Jesus Christ and what has been imputed into our hearts. Living a Life Worthy of Salvation Sons of God Whether we act like it or not, if we’ve been born again, the blood of Jesus Christ has made us sons of God. We ought to act like it and live every day of our lives 100% sold out and surrendered to the will of Jesus Christ. He’s worthy of no less than that. Assurance of Salvation If you’ve been born again, you’re going to heaven. He’s going to present you unto the Father, holy, unblameable, and unreprovable. You don’t deserve to go, but He made you worthy. That’s worth living for; whatever He says to do, we ought to do it. There aren’t enough devils in hell to keep us out of it if we’ve been born again. Ephesians 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God. The only thing you can do with a gift is receive it. Invitation to Receive the Gift God made a way for you to be saved tonight. Religion won’t get you there; you must know Jesus Christ as your Savior. If you know Him in the free pardon of sin, who has done a work in you and made you holy, unblameable, and imputed the righteousness of the perfect one, then you can raise your hand and say thank you. Come forward if you don’t know Him tonight and receive this gift. Gratitude for Salvation Thank God for the blood of Jesus Christ. We have a lot to be grateful for. We can fall on our knees every day and shout hallelujah; He’s made us clean through the blood of the Lamb.

This sermon centers on the enduring necessity of Christ's supremacy and the faithful perseverance in the gospel, emphasizing that salvation is complete in Christ alone and requires no addition or subtraction. Drawing from Colossians 1:24–26, it highlights Paul's ministry as a model of suffering, passion, and servant-hearted devotion, not self-appointment but divine calling, rooted in the revelation of the mystery: that both Jews and Gentiles are now fellow heirs in one body through Christ. The preacher underscores that Paul's afflictions were not in vain but were part of God's purpose to spread the gospel to the Gentiles, making the once-hidden truth now manifest to all believers. The message calls the church to remain grounded and settled in the faith, not out of complacency but through active, growing commitment to Christ, who is sufficient for all spiritual needs. Ultimately, the sermon affirms that the gospel—Christ crucified, risen, and coming again—is the unchanging, all-sufficient message that must not be altered, compromised, or abandoned.

Today on The Healing Word, Pastor Jack Morris turns our hearts to Colossians Chapter 1 and invites us to consider the true purpose of our lives. We only have one life to live—one opportunity to invest ourselves in things that last forever.In this powerful message, “The Five Purposes of Life,” Pastor Morris reminds us that when we center our days around Christ—who is before all things and in whom all things hold together—we begin to live lives that truly count for eternity To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1528/29?v=20251111

Return to the wonder of Christ in the Christmas story. Join Pastor Heath Harris in Colossians Chapter 1 as we look at the manger in light of the cosmic Christ.

This sermon centers on the transformative power, purpose, and enduring product of Christ's reconciliation, as revealed in Colossians 1:21–23. It emphasizes that believers were once alienated and enemies in their minds due to sin, but through Christ's sacrificial death, they have been reconciled to God, not by their own efforts but by divine grace. This reconciliation is not merely for eternal salvation but also enables a life of holiness, blamelessness, and unreprovable standing before God, made possible by ongoing faithfulness and access to divine guidance. The passage warns against being led astray by false teachings that add human works or philosophies to the gospel, stressing that true stability comes from remaining grounded in the hope of the gospel—the same message that was preached to all nations through Christ alone. Ultimately, the believer's identity and mission are rooted in Christ's preeminence, calling for unwavering commitment to the faith that first reconciled them.

A study of Colossians Chapter 3, by Dr. Darrell Tate.

Colossians Chapter 3 - Pastor Josh Reece - 11.23.25 by Vertical Church

Pastor Ryan talks through Colossians Chapter 3, and putting your focus on Jesus.

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This continues the thought on the divine preeminence of Christ as revealed in Colossians 1:19–20, emphasizing that in Him alone dwells all fullness—of merit, righteousness, grace, strength, and mercy—making Him the complete and sufficient source for salvation and spiritual life. The passage refutes false teachings that either add human requirements to Christ's work or propose alternative paths to reconciliation with God, affirming instead that peace and restoration are achieved solely through Christ's sacrificial blood on the cross. By highlighting Christ as the head of the church and the one who reconciles all things—both in heaven and on earth—the message underscores the exclusivity and sufficiency of His redemptive work. The preacher calls the church to fix its gaze on Christ alone, rejecting all substitutes and legalistic additions, and to find in Him the endless, unexhausted reservoir of divine provision. This truth is not only foundational for personal faith but also the central purpose of the Christian life: to magnify Christ above all else.

Malcolm continues our series in Colossians by preaching from Colossians Chapter 4. In this passage Paul gives pointers to the Colossians about how prayer and our tongue (your speech and language) are powerful parts of our lives that can be a real outward reflection of our heart posture. 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

Colossians Chapter 2 - Pastor Josh Reece - 11.16.25 by Vertical Church

This sermon continues the focus on the preeminence and sufficiency of Christ as revealed in Colossians 1:14–20, emphasizing that Jesus is the sole source of salvation, the visible image of the invisible God, and the eternal Creator and sustainer of all things. It underscores His divine nature, His supremacy over all creation—both visible and invisible, including spiritual powers—and His sovereign control over every aspect of existence, affirming that all things were created by Him and for Him. The passage highlights Christ as the head of the church, the firstborn from the dead, and the ultimate authority who must have preeminence in every area of life, challenging believers to reject human leaders or teachings that rival His supremacy. The tone is both pastoral and convicting, calling the church to return to Christ alone as the foundation of faith, identity, and authority, rejecting all additions or distractions that diminish His fullness.

The Book of Colossians - Chapter 1 - Pastor Josh Reece - 11.9.25 by Vertical Church

The central message of this passage is the preeminence and sufficiency of Christ, presented as the sole source of salvation, redemption, and divine revelation. Paul establishes Christ as the image of the invisible God and the firstborn of all creation, emphasizing His eternal existence, divine nature, and supreme authority over all creation. This theological foundation directly counters the false teachings infiltrating the church—comprised of a dangerous blend of Jewish legalism, Greek philosophy, and New Age mysticism—that falsely claim Christ's work is incomplete and that additional spiritual practices or knowledge are necessary for true spiritual fulfillment. The sermon warns against the subtle deception of spiritual compromise, where biblical terms are co-opted to promote human-centered spirituality, and affirms that forgiveness and salvation are fully secured through Christ's blood, not through human effort or external rituals. Ultimately, the passage calls believers to anchor their faith in Christ alone, who is both the origin and the culmination of all things, and whose supremacy must remain unchallenged in the life of the church.

If you want to understand your position in Christ I think this chapter in particular will be very helpful to you! Jesus HAS delivered us from the power of darkness and translated us into the kingdom of his dear SON! We are accepted by the Father as holy, unblameable, and unreproveable because of Christs work on the cross!

This sermon, rooted in Colossians 1:9–13, presents a profound meditation on the nature of Christian faith, prayer, and divine transformation. It centers on Paul's heartfelt intercession for the Colossian church—praying not for vague blessings, but for specific spiritual growth: knowledge of God's will, wisdom, steadfastness, joy, and fruitfulness in good works—all empowered by Christ's glorious strength. Through this prayer, the preacher emphasizes that believers are not merely striving toward worthiness but are already made meet for the inheritance of the saints in light, having been delivered from darkness and translated into the kingdom of Christ. The passage underscores the sufficiency of Christ alone, rejecting any notion that human effort or additional religious requirements are necessary, and affirms that salvation is a divine work of grace, not human achievement. The tone is both pastoral and urgent, calling believers to gratitude, humility, and confidence in the completeness of Christ's redemptive work.

Welcome to "The Bible in Today's World", the show that compares today's world with the Word of God. In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss Colossians - Chapter 2.

This sermon establishes the foundational truth of the gospel as the sole source of salvation and spiritual maturity, emphasizing that the church in Colossae, though never personally visited by Paul, was built on the authentic, unchanging message of Christ's sufficiency. Paul, writing from imprisonment, expresses deep gratitude for the believers' past faith, present love, and future hope, anchoring their identity in the eternal gospel that bears fruit universally and personally. He warns against the danger of spiritual deception through syncretism—mixing pagan philosophy, legalism, and human traditions with the gospel—highlighting how such errors, though appealing, lead to spiritual instability and distraction from Christ's supremacy. By affirming Epaphras as a faithful, loving, and devoted pastor who has faithfully taught the truth, Paul reinforces the importance of remaining rooted in sound doctrine and loyal to those who have nurtured the church in truth. The message calls for the church to reject novelty and superficial religiosity, instead clinging to the unshakable foundation of Christ alone, whose preeminence and fullness are sufficient for every aspect of the Christian life.

Welcome to "The Bible in Today's World", the show that compares today's world with the Word of God. In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss Colossians - Chapter 1.

Thomas Barber continues the journey through the 5 Solas of the faith with a powerful sermon from Colossians Chapter 1. 

Series: N/AService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: E.R. Hall, Jr.

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: The Book of ColossiansService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Send us a textIn this episode, you will find the following:1) Reading of Colossians Chapter 42) Explanations of key takeaways3) Summary4) Prayer

Send us a textIn this episode, you will find the following:1) Reading of Colossians Chapter 32) Explanations of key takeaways3) Summary4) Prayer

Send us a textIn this episode, you will find the following:1) Reading of Colossians Chapter 22) Explanations of key takeaways3) Summary4) Prayer

Series: N/AService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: N/AService: Sun Bible StudyType: SermonSpeaker: Gerald White

Series: N/AService: SundayType: SermonSpeaker: E.R. Hall, Jr.

Series: N/AService: SundayType: SermonSpeaker: E.R. Hall, Jr.

Colossians was the first book translated by J.B. Phillips. C.S. Lewis, after being sent a copy of his original translation of Colossians wrote a letter back saying, "thank you a hundred times... it was like seeing a familiar picture after it's been cleaned". Chapter 4. Read by Peter Croft, youngest grandson of the late J.B. Phillips.

Colossians was the first book translated by J.B. Phillips. C.S. Lewis, after being sent a copy of his original translation of Colossians wrote a letter back saying, "thank you a hundred times... it was like seeing a familiar picture after it's been cleaned". Chapter 3. Read by Peter Croft, youngest grandson of the late J.B. Phillips.

Colossians was the first book translated by J.B. Phillips. C.S. Lewis, after being sent a copy of his original translation of Colossians wrote a letter back saying, "thank you a hundred times... it was like seeing a familiar picture after it's been cleaned". Chapter 2. Read by Peter Croft, youngest grandson of the late J.B. Phillips.

Colossians was the first book translated by J.B. Phillips. C.S. Lewis, after being sent a copy of his original translation of Colossians wrote a letter back saying, "thank you a hundred times... it was like seeing a familiar picture after it's been cleaned". Chapter 1. Read by Peter Croft, youngest grandson of the late J.B. Phillips.