Colossians 2:1-7 The church that brings God glory is: Encouraging others in unity (v. 2)  Growing deeper doctrinally (v. 4) Following Jesus consistently daily (v. 6-7)A. Being rooted and built upB. Overflowing with gratitude

How People Change Colossians 1:21-29 People Change When… Christ changes their perspective (v.21-23)    * Preexisting condition – alienated from God   * Prescription (v.22) – cross    * Prognosis (v.23) Others come alongside of them. (v.24-25) They finally solve the mystery (v.26-29) Jesus died for us so that He might live in us.

Who is Jesus? Colossians 1:15-20 Jesus is… The eternal God (v. 15-17, 19) Not your co-pilot (v. 18)First place The bridge between you and God (v.20) If you reject Christ you are standing in hostility towards Christ. The work of Christ on cross was to deliver us from wrath of God because of our sin.

How to Please God Colossians 1:9-14 The Life that Pleases God Is… Doing good works (v.10)It’s what you believe that shapes your character. But it’s how you behave that effects the people around you. Growing in the knowledge of God. (v.10) Choosing joy constantly. (v.11)Live power Holy Spirit gives us. Living with a grateful attitude.… Continue Reading Rooted Week 2

Colossians 1:1-8 God’s will is that we would deepen ourselves in Him. The gospel is the source of sure hope. 1) Sure hope is made alive by faith. 2) Sure hope is crushed by absence of faith. The gospel is defined as absolute truth. The gospel is to be shared by faithful ministers. The gospel is to… Continue Reading Rooted Week 1