Podcasts about colossians

Jase unpacks Zach's wild LSU party story—complete with a beer dump, a jealous ex, and a brutal beatdown—and shows how God can use even our most reckless moments to reshape what we desire. What once seemed fun now feels like death, and that's exactly the point: God doesn't just forgive sin, he rewires the heart. The guys dive into John 8 and Romans 6 to explore how true sonship means freedom from sin, not just by willpower, but by a Spirit-led transformation of our wants, longings, and purpose. In this episode: John 8; Colossians 3, verse 16; James 1, verse 21; Hebrews 4, verse 12; Romans 5; Romans 6 “Unashamed” Episode 1108 is sponsored by: https://puretalk.com/unashamed — Support veterans by switching to America's wireless company for as little as $25 per month today! https://preborn.com/unashamed — Click the link or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://smartcredit.com/phil — Get a 7-day trial for just $1, see how many points you can add to your credit score! Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to "please God?" Is there anything He requires for us to do? What makes God's heart filled with joy concerning our Christian lives? And is that even possible? Paul's letter to the Colossians has the answer in this week's podcast.

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Audio Treasures is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Rescue! Subtitle: Puritan Devotional Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Grace Audio Treasures Event: Devotional Date: 6/11/2025 Bible: Colossians 1:13-14; Ephesians 2:1-5 Length: 4 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Risen With Christ Subtitle: The Pastor In Prayer Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 6/10/2025 Bible: Colossians 3:1-2 Length: 8 min.

Send The Parable Podcast a TextHow have values been infused in you that continue to guide you throughout your life? Today I would love to share one of my recent messages from our home church - a series called, Home is What You Make It, as I shared about values.  Please enjoy this message wherever it may find you today.Watch the Live Service Here, or start here for Teach Your ChildrenReflection Questions1. Reflecting on what were the things your parents or guardians talked about? 2. What is one value that stood out to you from Colossians 3:12-15, that you would like to be more aware of this week in yourself?Want to Enhance Your Conversations?Before you go, could you do me a favor and take my Listener Survey and then in doing so I will send you, "10 basic Tips to Enhance Your Conversations." It will be sent straight to your inbox and you can keep it on your phone and refer to it anytime you need a little help. #theparablepodcast #yourstorymatters #christianpodcast #hope #whatIlearned #faith #valuesWays to Support The Parable Podcast #1 Subscribe or Follow the podcast to ensure you catch every episode of The Parable Podcast on your preferred podcast platform (such as iTunes, Spotify). #2 Recommend this podcast to a friend, providing a great chance to begin your own Parable Conversation. #3 Looking for a speaker for your Church, Women's Group, or event? Contact Danielle to learn more.

A message about how the letter to the Colossians is a time machine for the future problems of our church.

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyed listening to our series in Colossians over the past few months. This week, Pastor Abraham leads us into our Philemon series with the first 7 verses, which set the tone for Paul's letter to Philemon.

Colossians 1:13-14, "For He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness, and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son He loves--in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins." What a glorious declaration of the sovereign grace of God! These verses are a triumphant summary of the believer's salvation: rescued, transferred, redeemed, and forgiven. Each word pulses with divine power, reminding us that salvation is not merely an invitation, but a rescue--a dramatic and decisive act performed by God alone. First, Paul says, "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness." The word rescued implies that we were helpless, enslaved, and hopelessly bound. The dominion of darkness is not a passive condition; it is an active tyranny ruled by Satan, under which we once willingly walked according to the flesh. We did not grope for light; we loved the darkness, because we loved sin (John 3:19). But God, in His sovereign mercy, broke in with light and power, drawing us out of that dreadful bondage--not because of any merit in us, but entirely because of His good pleasure (Ephesians 2:4-5). Second, "He transferred us into the kingdom of the Son He loves." We were once children of wrath--now we are citizens of the Kingdom of Christ. We were once alienated from God--now we are accepted in the Beloved. This is the glorious reversal of our spiritual status, wrought entirely by the Father's initiative and affection. The kingdom we now belong to is not ruled by fear or law--but by grace, love, and truth. And this kingdom is centered not around self, but around the Son He loves--the One whom the Father has eternally delighted in, and in whom we now delight. Third, Paul anchors t

Have you ever felt like one of those stubborn sheep—stuck, confused, and not quite sure which way to go? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into the comfort and power of Psalm 23 and what it truly means that Jesus is our Good Shepherd. Even when we resist or wander, His love pursues us, protects us, and reminds us: in Him, we lack nothing.

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Audio Treasures is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The best pattern of fellowship with God Subtitle: Puritan Devotional Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Grace Audio Treasures Event: Devotional Date: 6/10/2025 Bible: Colossians 4:2; Hebrews 4:16 Length: 2 min.

Contact us at: thewavecolumbus@gmail.com, or www.thewavecolumbus.com or daniel@thewavecolumbus.com ContentPeace is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of a Person. True peace isn't found in escaping chaos, It's found in encountering Jesus. Throughout Scripture, those in the middle of storms, shame, and suffering found perfect peace, not by solving their problems, but by seeing Him.Isaiah 9:6 – “Prince of Peace”John 14:27 – “My peace I give you… not as the world gives.”Philippians 4:7 – “Peace of God… will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.Colossians 3:15 – “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.”Control and Fear keeps us from peace Contact us at: thewavecolumbus@gmail.com, or daniel@thewavecolumbus.com or www.thewavecolumbus.com

In this episode, Pastor Marvin and Carolyn have a conversation about Colossians 1:15-23.Want to discuss the episode with other Believe podcast listeners? Click here to join the Group today!

This sermon from Colossians 3 focuses on how Christians should respond to Christ's supremacy and sufficiency in their lives. Pastor Devin emphasizes that once someone accepts Christ, they must put to death their earthly nature and sinful desires through complete surrender to God. He explains that this transformation isn't achieved through human effort but through the power of the Holy Spirit, particularly relevant on Pentecost Sunday.What does it mean practically to 'set your mind on things above'?Why do you think Paul emphasizes the need to 'put to death' our earthly nature rather than just avoid sin?How does understanding Christ's sufficiency help us in our daily battle against sin?What's the difference between trying to change through our own power versus surrendering to God?How can we show compassion to non-believers while still standing firm in our convictions?What role does the Holy Spirit play in our transformation as Christians?What areas of your life do you find hardest to surrender to God? Why?How can we help each other as a community to live out this teaching?Support the show

How does our victory in Christ connect to our prayer life? Join Pastor Rod Plummer today for the final episode of the Colossians: Jesus Total Victory = My Total Victory series.. . . Senior Pastors of Lifehouse International Church, Ps Rod and Viv Plummer, are true pioneers with a passion for reaching every person with Gods' message. They oversee all of our Lifehouse Churches across Japan and Asia.The Rodcast is a compilation of Pastor Rod's biblical and practical insights collected over many years of leadership lessons and life experience. Known as a “training-pastor”, his passion is to reach every person with God's message by inspiring, mentoring and equipping people.Pastor Rod is also joined on the Rodcast by members of the Lifehouse Pastoral Team sharing their wisdom, experiences and lessons learned.. . . We would love to hear how The Rodcast is helping you. Please take the time to comment and review the show where ever you listen to this content.. . . Get Connected: ▶︎ Subscribe to the Podcast

We're nearing the end of the book of Colossians! This week, we looking at Paul's heart for evangelism and his understanding of prayer. He also mentions the “mystery of Christ”. What does that mean?

We're nearing the end of the book of Colossians! This week, we looking at Paul's heart for evangelism and his understanding of prayer. He also mentions the “mystery of Christ”. What does that mean?

Send us a textAll people are on a spiritual journey. But not all journeys lead to God and the outcome He desires for them. For the Christ-follower, there is a certain path to walk because our journey is a walk and not a ride. On this walk, the Apostle Paul prays for four things the Colossians need and these four thigns are pertinent to us todayThis is a good message  to study with a notebook as it goes into much important information. Even use it for a Bible study with some other people. You will find yourself walking that "worthy walk."

Colossians 4:2, "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful." A missionary some years ago, returning from Southern Africa, gave a description of the work which had been accomplished there through the preaching of the gospel. Among other things, he pictured a little incident of which he had been an eye-witness. He said that one morning he saw a converted African chieftain sitting under a palm tree with his Bible open before him. Every now and then he cast his eyes on his book and read a passage, and then he paused and looked up a little while, and his lips were seen to be in motion. Thus he continued alternately to look down on the Scriptures, and then to turn his eyes upward towards Heaven. The missionary passed by without disturbing the chieftain; but a little while afterwards he mentioned to him what he had seen, and asked him why it was that sometimes he read, and sometimes he looked up? The chieftain replied, "I look down to the Book, and God speaks to me; and then I look up in prayer, and I speak to the Lord--and in this way we keep up a holy talk with each other." I would set this picture before you, as being the best pattern of fellowship with God--the heart hearkening to the voice of God, and then replying in prayer and praise. "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need!" Hebrews 4:16

Jase opens up about his lifelong discomfort with worship—until one talk with Phil helped him surrender to the vulnerability of singing praise. Shane and Shane recall the moment a man died mid-song while singing Psalm 90, just as he'd prayed he would. Jase also shares the awkward moment he didn't recognize Shane E. after a dramatic weight loss, and the guys explore how worship can change lives—even for men who once refused to sing. Plus, Shane & Shane share the heart behind their daily worship text chain, The Devo, and why singing Scripture might be the spiritual weapon you didn't know you needed. Join The Devo with Shane and Shane for free by texting DEVO to 682-318-3835! In this episode: Colossians 3, verse 16; Psalm 90, Genesis 4, verse 21 “Unashamed” Episode 1106 is sponsored by: https://puretalk.com/unashamed — Support veterans by switching to America's wireless company for as little as $25 per month today! https://chefiq.com — Father's Day FLASH SALE: Get 15% off with promo code UNASHAMED. https://meetfabric.com/unashamed — Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. https://fieldofgreens.com — Get 20% off your first order to get started today! Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the For the Gospel podcast, Costi Hinn breaks down what Colossians 3:19 means when it says: “Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.” This is a direct call to examine how we speak, act, and lead in our homes—not with bitterness, but with Christlike love.

Colossians 3:13 says, “As Christ forgave you, so you also must do.” Really, God? Begin the process of healing. How?...

On the next Treasured Truth, as we begin a study in Colossians 4, Pastor Ford will remind us today that followers of Christ are called to get involved with ministry at their local church. The church needs more people who utilize their gifts and are faithful in service—those who say, “God called me to this and I’m going to do this to the best of my God-given abilities. I may not always do it right. But I’m going to keep doing it until I get it right.” Join Pastor Ford as he begins his message, “Get Involved” on the next Treasured Truth. Treasured Truth is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here. To learn more about Pastor James Ford, Jr., click here. To learn more about Treasured Truth, click here. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/treasuredtruthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this final episode of the Activated series, Nicole tackles the practical call to speak about your faith. She explores 1 Peter 3:8–16 and Colossians 4:2–6, offering a clear, scripturally grounded approach to sharing “the reason for the hope that you have.” Nicole dives into the fears and hesitations many feel when talking about faith, emphasizing that every story is a miracle, no matter how dramatic or simple it might seem. She also highlights prerequisites for effective witness—like compassion, humility, and living a life that shines hope even in dark times. With tangible insights and relatable encouragement, this episode is a guide to confidently and gently living and sharing your testimony.

He has the Whole World in His HandsJune 8, 2025 • RD McClenagan • Colossians 1:15–17This Sunday, RD continues our summer series on Colossians. In Colossians 1:15–17, Paul emphasized Jesus as the visible image of the invisible God—fully divine and fully human, holding all things together. Jesus is not moderately important—He is central to everything, supreme over creation, and the one who restores the broken image of God in us through the gospel. Even in suffering, we can trust Jesus, who also bears wounds, not only reigns but also suffers with and for us.WEBSITE: https://fellowshipknox.org/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fellowshipknox/

What if prayer was more than a wish list? What if it was a supernatural act of trust, surrender, and relationship?In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae explores Jesus' invitation in Matthew 7 to ask, seek, and knock. Through this passage—and with a deep dive into God's character—we learn that prayer isn't just about getting what we want, but becoming who God is shaping us to be.You'll discover:Why how you wait matters in prayerWhat it means to truly trust God as your FatherThe difference between praying for comfort vs. praying for courageWhy persistent, hope-filled prayer transforms you from the inside out

Welcome back to the Christian Business Advantage podcast! I'm your host, Alyssa Avant, and in today's episode, we're continuing our June series, Mid-Year Momentum, with a powerful message on realignment—what to do when your business feels off-track.If you've been feeling distracted, discouraged, or disconnected from your original purpose, this episode is for you. We'll walk through the signs that you've drifted from your calling, explore Scripture-based encouragement from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Colossians 3:23, and talk about how to rebuild purpose-driven habits that bring clarity and peace.You'll also hear part of my own story—how God called me into this work and how I've had to lay down and pick up different parts of my business over time, always seeking His direction.✨ Whether you're overwhelmed, chasing trends, or second-guessing your path, today's episode will remind you that you're not alone—and it's never too late to realign with God's purpose for your business.

Today Pastor Dale starts the Colossians series in Ch. 1:1-8. We'll look at three significant words that are the very essence of the Christian life - faith, hope and love.

Colossians 4:2-6

Find the accompanying PowerPointHere. Introduction to Colossians, by Donnie V. Rader. 6/8/2025 Sunday PM Sermon.

Welcome back to In the Word with Malcolm Webber!In some circles, Colossians 2:15 is interpreted to mean that Jesus went to hell after His crucifixion and beat up the devil to recover mankind's lost authority over creation. But the Bible doesn't support this interpretation at all! Instead, it says that we have been delivered from Satan's power by nothing more or less than the blood of Jesus Christ! Find out more in the first part of Malcolm's message, “Our Redemption from Satan's Power.”In the Word with Malcolm Webber is a weekly podcast featuring selected teachings from Dr. Webber's over 40 years of ministry. Find more teachings, along with books, courses, tools, and other resources from Dr. Webber at our website.Related Resources from LeaderSource* Book: The Preeminence and All-Sufficiency of Jesus Christ* Book: The Blood of God* Audio Teaching: Embracing the Cross* For More Teaching on Common Errors: Malcolm's Musings* Email Course: Who Jesus Christ IsNew to the series? Start here:More messages from Malcolm: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadersource.substack.com

We continue our Colossians series with pastor J.J. Seid preaching out of Colossians 3:18-19 on servant-leadership and submission in christian marriage

Sermon: "Christ Our Power" // Colossians 3:18-4-1 by Redeemer Rockwall

Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Colossians 1:21–23, showing us that the hope of the gospel enables us to persevere in faith because it changes our identity, not just the rules; it gives us confidence in Christ, not our circumstances; and it calls us to holiness, not complacency. Sunday Morning Worship // June 8, 2025 ------------------------------- How do we understand the work of Christ from the passage? How does that work inform our Christian walk? What is a challenge that you are facing in your life at the moment? How do you see the truth of the gospel help you in the midst of that? How does Paul encourage the Colossians to persevere? How does that encourage you as well? How do you see the fruit of reconciliation in your life? What is the fruit, and how have you seen it grow? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Paul is writing the letter to the Colossians from a place of love because he loves the bride of Christ. Paul wants the Colossians to know that he has been praying for them and specifically wants them to know what he's been praying over them. The pulse of this prayer is all about unity. Paul is praying for this idea of togetherness. He consistently prayed for the church's protection, the church's unity, and the church's strength. Any church, any local body of believers who are preaching and teaching the gospel is a high-value target for the enemy. Paul didn't view the churches as competitors but as partners. As the church, we are not in competition but in a partnership to see people come to know Jesus Christ. Not only that, but it is imperative that we do life with people and surround ourselves with other believers because God didn't create us to do life alone. Listen to this sermon about living in unity and in partnership in the fourth part of our In The Word series, walking through the book of Colossians.Check out our video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/iit4prVDDGISubscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/8wmeCwBf_zkLearn more about us at chestnutmountain.orgFollow us on Facebook & Instagram @chestnutmtn_Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast, leave a review, and let us know what you think.

Is there something lacking in Christ's suffering? Did Paul really mean that he could “fill up what is still lacking” in Jesus' afflictions? And what does that mean for your life today?In this week's sermon, we dive deep into Colossians chapter 2, exploring the tension between divine reconciliation and human responsibility. We wrestle with profound themes like: • “Yeah, but…” — How Paul's writing balances cosmic hope with real-world warnings • Mystical Union — What it means to participate in Christ's ongoing work • The Limits of Religion — Why rule-following can't transform your heart • Driving It Home — How the gospel takes root in daily life, not just cosmic theologyYou'll also hear a lighthearted story about parenting and mansplaining that grounds these deep spiritual truths in everyday moments.This is a message for anyone wondering how to live out their faith with authenticity, courage, and cosmic imagination.

Philippians 1:27-30 NLT27 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. 28 Don't be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself. 29 For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. 30 We are in this struggle together. You have seen my struggle in the past, and you know that I am still in the midst of it. • • •1. Conduct of the Gospel • • •Philippians 1:27 NLT27 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. • • •Ephesians 4:1-3 NLT1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. 2 Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other's faults because of your love. 3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. • • •Colossians 1:9-10 NLT9 So we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. 10 Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. All the while, you will grow as you learn to know God better and better. • • •2 Corinthians 3:2-3 NLT2 The only letter of recommendation we need is you yourselves. Your lives are a letter written in our hearts; everyone can read it and recognize our good work among you. 3 Clearly, you are a letter from Christ showing the result of our ministry among you. This “letter” is written not with pen and ink, but with the Spirit of the living God. It is carved not on tablets of stone, but on human hearts. • • •2. Contending for the Gospel • • •Philippians 1:27 NLT27 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. • • •Titus 2:11-14 ESV11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, 12 training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, 13 waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, 14 who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works. • • •1 Timothy 4:16 NLT16 Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you. • • •Romans 1:16 NLT16 For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. • • •3. Confidence in the Gospel • • •Philippians 1:28-30 NLT28 Don't be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself. 29 For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. 30 We are in this struggle together. You have seen my struggle in the past, and you know that I am still in the midst of it. • • •John 16:33 NLT33 I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” • • •2 Timothy 3:12 NLT12 Yes, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. • • •Application:God expects Christians to live like Christians!

Speaker: Pastor Dudley Rutherford

Mark Booker | Colossians 3:14 | As part of a series on the new life we have in Christ in Colossians 3.12-17, this sermon explores the defining virtue of the Christian life: love. We examine the priority of love, the definition of love, and the ways we can grow in love.

Movement Elder Cheryl Arnold teaches Colossians 1:1-14 and we also hear a recorded moment from Pastor Michael from sabbatical! 

Living in God's Will Pt. 1God's Will for You is GoodColossians 1:9-12Psalm 139:13-18Jeremiah 1:5Acts 13:36Ephesians 2:10Jeremiah 29:11Romans 12:2Luke 7:30Living in God's will should be one of the most important priorities of your life.

Colossians 4:2-4

Josh Kouri continues our Colossians series in chapter 3, teaching that submission is a Christlike virtue for all believers—expressed in marriage as wives submitting to their husbands, and husbands leading their wives in submission to Christ through sacrificial, servant-hearted love. Editor's Note: The date of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing was April 19, 1995.

Wins fuel wins! Everyday Evangelists leverage everyday opportunities to engage in spiritual conversations. Over time, conversational wins lead to conversion wins.Your perception of sin will impact your practice of evangelism. The Big Why of evangelism is the damning impact of sin.The Powerful Who of evangelism is the Holy Spirit.Everyday Evangelism is critical because the life and death consequences of sin are real. Jesus does make your life better but only if you leave a life outside of Jesus. Sin is “missing of the mark”1 John 3:4-5 (NIV) 4 Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness. 5 But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins. And in him is no sin. Sin is universal. Romans 3:23-24 (NIV) 23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, 24 and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.Sin is damning. Romans 6:22-23 (NIV) 22 But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life. 23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.Sin is separating. Colossians 1:21-23 (NIV) 21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. 22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation— 23 if you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel.Sin is real but it doesn't have the final word, Jesus's death and resurrection does! Everyday Evangelism isn't fueled by the desire to look down self-righteous noses at people's sin. It is fueled by the knowledge that sin kills people from the inside out and Jesus is their only hope for life. When one surrenders their life to Jesus their inside changes in that moment and their outside changes over time. John 12:23-24 (NIV) “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24 Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” The Holy Spirit brings a harvest from the single seed of Jesus' death and the Holy Spirit is still the power for the harvest today. John 16:5-11 (AMP) 5 “But now I am going to Him who sent Me; and none of you asks Me, ‘Where are You going?' 6 But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your hearts [and taken complete possession of them]. 7 But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby) will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him (the Holy Spirit) to you [to be in close fellowship with you]. 8 And He, when He comes, will convict the world about [the guilt of] sin [and the need for a Savior], and about righteousness, and about judgment: 9 about sin [and the true nature of it], because they do not believe in Me [and My message]; 10 about righteousness [personal integrity and godly character], because I am going to My Father and you will no longer see Me; 11 about judgment [the certainty of it], because the ruler of this world (Satan) has been judged and condemned.The Holy Spirit's conviction of sin is sobering and liberating.The Holy Spirit goal isn't to make someone feel guilty. The end game of guilt to put someone in their place. The Holy Spirit's goal is conviction. The end game of conviction is to give someone a new place. Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) 16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”Acts 1:4-9 (NIV) 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized [completely immersed] with the Holy Spirit.” 6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” 9 After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight.Acts 2:37-41 (NIV) 37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart [conviction] and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” 38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.” 40 With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” 41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.Peter's first instructions…Repent – sin is only removed with ownership and repentance (turning away).Be baptized – identify with Jesus by immersion in water. Then this same power from this same person – the Holy Spirit. 1. The Holy Spirit convicts of sin and leads us to Jesus our Savior. 2. The Holy Spirit transforms us into the image of Jesus. 3. The Holy Spirit empowers us for witness.With salvation, Jesus doesn't change everyone's place but He does change everyone's purpose. Embracing everyday evangelism is part and parcel of being an everyday disciple. The BIG WHY = Sin is real.The BIG WHO = The Holy Spirit is powerful.

Ever wonder why life feels so hard—even when you're trying to do everything right?In this message from Colossians 1:24–27, we look at how suffering, setbacks, and uncertainty can actually have purpose when viewed through the lens of faith.Paul writes from prison with a surprising perspective: joy. Not because life is easy—but because Christ is in him.That same mystery—Jesus in you—is what gives us hope, transformation, and a future that's secure.You're not alone in what you're facing.And you already have what you need.

Colossians 4:7-18

Two-year-old Peter sat in the high chair happily devouring his food with his fingers. Then his grandmother said matter-of-factly, “He needs to start eating with a spoon. You don’t want him to graduate from high school and still not know how to use silverware.” Diane felt insulted, as if her ability as a mother was being called into question. Of course he’ll be using silverware long before then! she seethed. Sometimes her mother-in-law, Lois, seemed so critical. It took time, but with the passing years and much prayer, Diane learned to love Lois in the ways Paul described in his letter to the Colossians (1:9-10). She learned that loving one another with patience is a mark of growing in spiritual maturity (v. 11). As she got to know Lois better as a person and as a child of God, Diane also needed to forgive her for her outspokenness, just as God had forgiven her (v. 14). And, as she matured, Diane began to better understand and take joy in Lois. In their last several years together before Lois’ death, the two talked and laughed and made many new wonderful memories for Diane to savor. Learning to love others in our lives can be difficult. Sometimes personalities clash or others can say thoughtless things. But remembering the patience God has had with us and that He’s forgiven us helps us to do the same.

Jase admits he only learns Scrabble-legal words, and Zach shares a wild story about Phil's Navy SEAL bodyguard making a drunk guy disappear in seconds. The guys dive deep into what it means for Jesus to make all things new rather than making new things, and unpack how believers live with one foot in the old world and one in the new creation. In this episode: John 8; Revelation 21, verse 5; John 3, verse 27; Matthew 5–6; Mark 2, verses 19-22; Colossians 3, verse 10; 2 Corinthians 4, verse 16; Ephesians 1, verse 10 “Unashamed” Episode 1101 is sponsored by: Season 5 of The Chosen comes to Prime Video on June 15th! Watch the incredible story of one unforgettable night that changed the world forever. Get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas when you download the FREE Upside App and use promo code UNASHAMED! https://tomorrowclubs.org/30camps — Join this disciple-making movement by sponsoring 30 Tomorrow Club kids for just $30 a month! XXXXX NOT YET NOW LINKS XXXXXX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices