Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, to the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.. a. Our Library /. 1:12-14 Catch and Release-Jesus Style! Put off the old man. 1. Colossians 1:9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding (NASB: Lockman). Matthew Henry's Bible Commentary (concise) About Matthew Henry's Bible Commentary (concise). 15.07 THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Colossians 3:1-17, 23-24 Pew Bible, NT pp. 16 For by 6 him all things were created, l in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether m thrones or n dominions or rulers or authorities . Paul had not visited Colossae, but had received reports from Epaphras, the missionary who most likely 51:11; Matt. Colossians 3:25(NASB) Verse Thoughts This section in scripture is addressing the attitude and behaviour, which should epitomise the godly man or virtuous woman, irrespective of their status in life, or their position in society. Scripture: Colossians 1:24. God the Father is holy (John 17:11), as is the Son (Acts 3:14), while "Holy" is the characteristic designation of God's Spirit (Ps. 15 i He is the image of j the invisible God, k the firstborn of all creation. Marty's (@mfox) Bible studies and Messages. Colossians Greeting. Colossians 3 - Put Off, Put On A. Colossians 3:23 - And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Proverbs 16:3 - Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. The Total Adequacy of Jesus Christ (Col. 1:15-23) I. Colossians 3:1-7. "The image of the invisible God." Colossians 1. If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Genesis 2:15 - And the LORD God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it. Colossians 3:1-17 Ryland Whitehorn. (1-2) Paul greets the Christians in Colosse. 2) "When the number of disciples was multiplied," (plethunonton ton matheton) "As the disciples were multiplied in number, "from 120 (Acts 1:15) to more than 3,000 on . He thought of us and our needs centuries ago. God expects us to put in a whole-hearted day's work at our employment. About John Gill's Exposition of the Bible. SERMON OUTLINE AND NOTES Bridgewater United Methodist Church -- Pastor Don Hawks 07. The love of God is broader than the measure of our mind. Paul speaks of Jesus' spiritual, heavenly, body in the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:44), when he says that Jesus, the last Adam, "became a life-giving spirit." Grace to you and peace from God our Father [and Lord Jesus Christ]. διά, C. 4]: οὐδὲν διέκρινε μεταξὺ ἡμῶν τε καὶ αὐτῶν, Acts 15:9; μηδὲν διακρίναντα, making no difference, namely, between Jews and Gentiles, Acts 11:12 L T Tr WH; like the Latin distinguo, used emphatically: to distinguish or . (figuratively) wile . Verse 1 Paul described himself as an *apostle of Christ Jesus. Colossians 1:15. I. What Jesus Christ Is in Himself (Col. 1:15-23) III. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings . Summary Definitions of the People, Places, Traditions etc. A steadfast person is one who is reliable, faithful, and true to the end. TRANSLATIONS TO OTHER . Election of First Deacons - Elders, V. 1-7. Matthew 1-10 Matthew 11-28 Mark Luke John 1-7 John 8-21 Acts Romans 1, 2 Corinthians Galatians-Ephesians Philippians-Colossians-1, 2 Thessalonians 1, 2 Timothy-Titus-Philemon Hebrews James-1, 2 Peter 1,2,3 John-Jude Revelation 1-5 Revelation 6-22 (1-4) The basis for Paul's practical instruction. They all began with a special move of the Spirit which was important and relevant for their day, but they became locked into that was needed for that particular time. 2 Corinthians 3:15-17 Commentary. 1. 3. 2 Corinthians 3:12-14 Commentary. You have only one life and it will soon be past, and only what's done for Christ will last. "Wisdom" in the Old Testament comes from a word for "skill." It is used to describe the craftsmen who built the tabernacle (Exod. Lightfoot on Colossians 1:15, p. 143f; and for references to the use of the term in heathen, Jewish, and Christian writings, see Sophocles Lexicon, under the word, 10). 2 Corinthians 3:1-4 Commentary. Publication Staff. As God he speaks of him, Colossians 1:15-51.1.17; Colossians 1:15-51.1.17. He is the exact living image [the essential manifestation] of the unseen God [the visible representation of the invisible], the firstborn [the . Colossians 1:15 - The Amplified Bible - He is the exact living image [the essential manifestation] of the unseen God [the visible representation of the invisible], the firstborn [the preeminent one, the sovereign, and the originator] of all creation. Colossians 1:12-14 provide one of the clearest descriptions of the doctrine of redemption found anywhere in the Bible. The Theology of Work Bible Commentary is the only commentary covering what every book of the Bible says about work.Approximately 2 million Christians who work, pastors, scholars and others access it free online every year. NEW EXPOSITION BOOK: Acts is our current book and is in the process of editing. Principle: God wants us to discharge our job with enthusiasm. Colossians 1 Darby Translation (DARBY) (62-63 AD) Colossians 1. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in . B. 16 For by After choosing a Bible book, a popup will appear then select a verse you desire. Greek: Dia touto kai hemeis, aph en hemeras ekousamen, (1PAAI) ou pauometha (1PPMI) huper humon proseuchomenoi (PMPMPN) kai aitoumenoi (PMPMPN) hina plerothete (2PAPS . Colossians 1:4-51.1.5. Go to Navigate Directly to a Passage in the right column with a computer, or top of the page with a smartphone or tablet. 1. to separate, make a distinction, discriminate, [cf. (1.) 2 Corinthians 3:18 Commentary. 1. Originally written in 1706, Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary provides a condensed look at nearly every verse in the Bible. 15 "Watch out for false prophets. Smyth & Helwys Bible Commentary: 1 & 2 Samuel. Colossians 1 1:1-8 And Now for Some Really Good News 1:9-12 Living Life to the Fullest! 15. Paul said Jesus was a person of steadfastness ( Romans 15:3-4 ). Put off the old man. Times have changed, but they have not changed with the times. Scripture: Colossians 1:24-26. 15:4). 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 Commentary. God produced a product that will build our souls. The codensed one-volume classic commentary. The Word of God has permanent and abiding value for us today. Colossians 3:24. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly . " Isaiah 1:18 "Come on, let's be together," said the LORD. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. StudyLight Bible Dictionaries; StudyLight Greek Lexicon; StudyLight Hebrew Lexicon; Home. . Colossians 1:1-2. Verse 1. William Barclay's Study Bible Series Reference Files. 2. 1& 2 Samuel. An *apostle also teaches about Jesus. Creator (15-16) A. He is the first and last firstborn creature. Amplified: And although you at one time were estranged and alienated from Him and were of hostile attitude of mind in your wicked activities, (Amplified Bible - Lockman) He was brought to Jesus by Andrew, his brother, and became one of the leaders of the Apostles, both before and after Christ's death. After choosing a Bible book, a popup will appear then select a verse you desire. PERSON OF CHRIST (1:13-20) 13 For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son, 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. John 15:11. He was born May 24, 1905, in Taylor County to pioneer West Texans "so far out in the country it took two days to go to town and back." The Greek form of the word often transliterated as Soma (body) that appears in Colossians 2:9, is often translierated as Somatikos (adverb form of "Soma", bodily), which form likewise does not appear any where else in the Scriptures. ( Col 3:1-4) The basis for Paul's practical instruction. Bible Commentaries /. 1. Trace the three life-changing actions Jesus executed on our behalf: Rescued, removed and released. The NAS translates steadfastness with "perseverance" ( 2 Thessalonians 1:4 ). COL. 1. 21. 1 John 1: 9 "If we confess our sins, he will be faithful and just and will forgive all our sins and cleanse us from all our desires." Colossians 3:13 "Bear with each other and forgive each other if one of you has a complaint against someone. Colossians 1:9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding (NASB: Lockman). Colossians 1:9-11. TRANSLATIONS TO OTHER . Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) Colossians 2:6-19 THE CONTEXT: The Apostle Paul and his coworker Timothy wrote this letter to the church at Colossae (v. 1), a small city in Asia Minor (modern Turkey). 3. Introduction - 1 Peter. of the New Testament. The message of Colossians 1:15-18 helps us understand why the Father would want every knee to bow at the name of Jesus (Philippians 2:10). In this epistle Paul rejoices that the Gospel had begun to come to all the world, that its blessed truth was preached "to all the creation under heaven," and that . 2. It begins with the usual Pauline greetings (Colossians 1:1-2) and occasions of thanksgiving for the Colossians (Colossians 1:3-8); next comes a profound paragraph on the preeminence of the . What Happened to the Apostles according to Tradition. Colossians 1:15-21 King James Version KJV Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. -- Colossians 1:15; Job 38:7; Proverbs 8:22-25 However, as a spirit Son of God, Jesus could not be man's redeemer. It is thought that this section might even include the remnants of an early Christian hymn or and early confession of faith. Suppose we do not work with enthusiasm, then we are not in God's will. For this cause we also Not merely for their love to the apostle, and the rest that were with him; which sense is too much contracted, and carries some appearance of meanness and selfishness; but because of their faith in Christ, their love to all the saints, and the good hope they had of eternal happiness; and because they had heard the Gospel, and truly knew it, and sincerely . 1 Corinthians 10:31 - Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. What Jesus Christ Is to Creation (Col. 1:15-23) IV. Greek: Kai humas pote ontas apellotriomenous kai ecthrous te dianoia| en tois ergois tois ponerois,. John Piper Oct 19, 2008. (Colossians 1:15) He is the first and the last firstborn of the dead. 36:1, 2). In the following verses we have what is likely one of the greatest confessional statements related to Christ and his ministry in all of scripture. The author was the Apostle Peter, whose name before he became a disciple, was Simon. God chooses him. 1:15-20 The Supremacy of Jesus Colossians 1 - The Greatness of Jesus Christ A. Greeting and giving of thanks. Let us live for Him and tell others of His greatness. Yet most people today have never heard of John Gill. 15-16, 2 Corinthians. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching . In Colossians 1:16 it is used in the sense of agent, with the unipersonal God of Colossians 1:15 as the One who did the creating through the agent, the one designated as the possessing "image of God". This was mentioned in general, Colossians 1:3, but now more particularly; that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will — That is, his revealed will concerning the salvation of mankind by faith, (Ephesians 1:5; Ephesians 1:9 . 1. NEW EXPOSITION BOOK: Acts is our current book and is in the process of editing. Colossians 1:3 We give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying ()) always for you, (NASB: Lockman). 1) "And in those days," (en de tais hemerias tautais) "Now in those days," of the early empowering and witnessing of the church in Jerusalem, Acts 2:1-4; Luke 24:49; Acts 1:8. Story of the Early Church - a Rearrangement of Acts, the Letters, Revelation. The redemption price needed to offset the condemnation through Adam was another man, as was Adam before Adam sinned. 3 The first half of Colossians is all about belief or doctrine and the second half of the book is about behavior or duty. John Piper Apr 20, 1986. Heinrich A. W. Meyer on 1st and 2nd Corinthians Lias on 1st Corinthians (1896), from the Cambridge Bible series 9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. . Shall we turn in our Bibles tonight to Colossians, chapter one. In the earthly realm, both faith and hope will last, for without faith it is impossible to please . The Epistle to the Colossians is remarkably full of this delightful fact, the world-wide family love of the Gospel. COLOSSIANS BOO STDY: SESSION 1. WHO IS JESUS CHRIST? Publisher and President Cecil P. Staton Executive Vice-President David Cassady Vice-President, Editorial Lex Horton Senior Editor Mark K. McElroy Book Editor P. Keith Gammons Art Director and Book Designer Jim Burt Assistant Editors Kelley Land, Erin Smith. 1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother, 2 to the saints and faithful brethren in Christ . a word, the Word. Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23. Apostle Ray Ritchie's Corner. For this cause — The report of your faith and love; we do not cease to pray for you — We fail not to remember you in all our prayers. God's word. Conference Message. 1. Jesus showed here that following the paradigm of the love of the Father and Son among the disciples was the basis for the abiding experience of His joy in their lives. The Book of Proverbs often contrasts the wise man with the fool. He is the image of the invisible God. Text Bible Studies & Messages Hosted From Our Forum. 1) "heartily" or out of the soul and . In Acts 22:1-21 and 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Paul described how God chose him. And also the one in Hierapolis. 9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. Sermon Prep Team 1 Colossians Pastor's Present Date: October 27, 2020 Sermon Preached Date: Nov. 19 and 22, 2020 Sermon #14 The Ideal Team Text: Colossians 4:7-18 Thomas Slager Colossians 4:7-18 (ESV) 7 Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. Application: Ultimately we honor God when we faithfully do our job. Verse 1. Friends of Jesus. 1. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Bible Study Questions on Colossians and 1 & 2 Thessalonians: A workbook suitable for Bible classes, family studies, or personal Bible study at Amazon.com. 190 ANSWERS TO BLANKS--- INTRODUCTION: Don't hold your nose! Select a book of the Bible. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, [] 10 so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 11 being strengthened with . Darby Translation (DARBY) (62-63 AD) 1 Paul, apostle of Christ Jesus, by God's will, and Timotheus the brother, 2 to the holy and faithful brethren in Christ which [are] in Colosse. He is a beloved brother STATEMENT OF FAITH, RULES AND DISCLAMER. A.T. Robertson, a renowned scholar of the Greek New Testament, takes through the New Testament, verse by verse, painting word pictures from the Greek to bring to light the words and actions of Jesus and the early Christians. 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. A man does not decide to be an *apostle. The Old Testament Verses Quoted in the New Testament. Select a book of the Bible. Holiness is an attribute of God and of all that is fit for association with him. The Supremacy of Christ. All the things you have ever done for your sake and for your pleasure are to be consumed as wood, hay and stubble. 1. The two "were written" phrases are passive; that is, God is the Writer of Scripture. John 1: 1-14. 3. An *apostle is a person whom God sends to lead Christians. He alone is Head over His body (Colossians 1:18), King over His kingdom (Hebrews 1:8), and High Priest over God's house (Hebrews 10:21). Colossians 1:9. Conference Message. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. 2 Corinthians 2 Commentary. 1:18). 1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. A. Robertson's Word Pictures of the New Testament. Go to Navigate Directly to a Passage in the right column with a computer, or top of the page with a smartphone or tablet. Colossians 1:9-12. Matthew Henry's Bible Commentary (concise) Bible > Bible Commentary. John Piper Hiebert, D. Edmond Commentaries: Gospel of Mark, 1, 2 Thes, 1, 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, James, 1, 2 Peter, 1-3 John: Comments: Hiebert's use of the Greek language and insightful comments make anything by this author of use for pastors, teachers or for anyone who studies the Word in depth. 1 Paul, a an apostle of Christ Jesus b by the will of God, and Timothy c our brother, . Hiebert has other works on Mark, 1 and 2 . The word "for" in "for our learning" shows the pertinence for the believer today. Oct 19, 2008. Greek: Eucharistoumen to Theo patri tou kuriou hemon Iesou Ch ristou pantote peri h umon proseuchomenoi, (). Mar 8, 2001. Chapter Parallel Compare. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. The word "God" in that phrase speaks of only one person, that is, the God and Father of Jesus. The eternal love of God that has been poured into our hearts will continue to increase and multiply - for the love of God is eternal. He preached in the same church as C. H. Spurgeon over one hundred years earlier. Barclay We always thank God, the Father of . The Mistaken Thinkers (Col. 1:15-23) II. Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance This is said for the encouragement of Christian servants, who, though they may receive little or nothing from their earthly and carnal masters; yet they shall be used and treated as children by the Lord, and by whom they will be possessed of an eternal inheritance, after their work and labour is over: by . So, Paul wrote this letter with God's authority. The Son of His Love Colossians 1:15-23 Introduction One of the early church fathers declared, "Were the highest heavens my pulpit and the whole host of the redeemed my audience, Jesus alone would be my text." I. The loving heart of the Eternal is most wonderfully kind. He was born in Bethsaida and lived in Capernaum where he followed the occupation of fishing. Amplified: We continually give thanks to God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah), as we are praying for you,. Colossians 1:21 And although you were formerly alienated and hostile in mind engaged in evil deeds (NASB: Lockman). Calvin on Corinthians: 1 Cor. 3 We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, 4 since we . 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 Commentary. God alone is intrinsically holy (Rev. 2. 9 For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord . Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ — To convince the Colossians that all the things contained in this epistle were dictated by the Spirit of God, and therefore were at once infallibly true, and deeply important, the apostle begins with assuring them both that he was an apostle of Jesus Christ, and that he was made such by the will of God the Father, an honour which none of . James Burton Coffman was a prolific author, preacher, teacher and leader among churches of Christ in the 20th century. 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; 16 for in [] him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers—all things have been created through him and for him. G1388 - δόλος dólos, dol'-os; from an obsolete primary verb, δέλλω déllō (probably meaning to decoy; compare ); a trick (bait), i.e. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light. . 2 Corinthians 3 Commentary. John's (@foxjj) Bible studies and messages. 1. Revised Edition. (1 Chronicles 16:36; Nehemiah 9:5; Psalms 41:13; 90:2) Jesus, being the firstborn creature (Colossians 1:15) is not "from everlasting," but he is uniquely first and last in other ways. 1-14, 1 Cor. Steadfastness. Greek: Dia touto kai hemeis, aph en hemeras ekousamen, (1PAAI) ou pauometha (1PPMI) huper humon proseuchomenoi (PMPMPN) kai aitoumenoi (PMPMPN) hina plerothete (2PAPS . PAUL'S LETTER TO THE COLOSSIANS. 118, #471, July 1961), 239. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. Posted on December 15, 2013. by Theologian. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the Word of God in order to refocus one's mind and heart upon Christ and His Gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire Bible in a year. 2. Live to Die A Leader Who Suffers Well. It is strange to the human mind that Jesus would offer His joy . Forgive as God forgives you. Verses 1-29. John Gill's Exposition of the Bible. Covering almost 1000 passages of Scripture, it incorporates a wealth of applications, examples, and ilustrations in formats ranging from video and audio to pictures and text. 3. That is the primary purpose for your life to bring Him pleasure. Colossians 1:9-12 Commentary: Knowledge of God's Will. What Jesus Christ Is to the Church (Col. 1:15-23) V. What Jesus Christ Is to All Things (Col. 1:15-23) VI. If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. A Selection of New Testament Verses on Christian Life and Worship. The Aim and Obligation of Reconciliation . 2) "do" with diligence. To be wise witnesses, walk with wisdom. 1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother, 2 to the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Not as man was made in the image of God ( Genesis 1:27 ), in his natural faculties and dominion over the creatures: no, he is the express image of his person,Hebrews 1:3. "Walk" is a metaphor for steady a way of life that is headed in a particular direction. Christ the uniting Hope of His people. Colossians 3:15-16 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. This I see as one of the principal problems with the major denominations. 1 Erwin W. Lutzer, Christ Among Other gods, A Defense of Christ in an Age of Tolerance (Moody Press, Chicago, 1994), 22.. 2 Douglass Groothius, Confronting the New Age (InterVarsity Press, Downers Grove, Ill., 1988), 17.. 3 Groothius, 16.. 4 S. Lewis Johnson, "Studies in the Epistle to the Colossians, Part I," Bibliotheca Sacra, (Dallas Theological Seminary, Vol. 11 "These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. 4. God's name is holy (Luke 1:49), as are. This is one of the most important chapters in the Holy Writ, because of the Christology which reaches a climax of surpassing importance in Colossians 1:28.. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. A couple of other churches are greeted by Paul in this epistle, and the epistle was told to be read also to those churches and that was the Laodicean church. 2 Corinthians 3:5-6 Commentary. -- 1 Corinthians 15:21,22; Romans 5:12-19; 1 Timothy 2:5,6. The Author. Filling Up What Is Lacking in Christ's Afflictions. The city of Colosse, was in the area known as Pergia, a part of Asia Minor. 17 He himself is before all things, and in [] him all things hold together. Himself ( Col. 1:15-23 ) I. Colossians 3:1-7 for your life to bring him pleasure greek Lexicon ; Home of. 2 Thessalonians 1:4 ) this section might even include the remnants of an early Christian hymn or and confession! 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