Thank God for the Gospel: Colossians 1:1–14
Sermon Notes
Welcome to week two of studying the book of Colossians! This Sunday, we went through verses 3-14, learning about the transformative power of the gospel, emphasizing gratitude for others' faith and love, the importance of prayer for increased faith and maturity, and expressing thanksgiving for all that the gospel has accomplished. The analogy of wearing a new jersey represents the believers' identification with Team Jesus and the profound changes brought about by the gospel in their lives.
Throughout this series, you'll see the theme of the book: The All-Sufficiency of Christ—Seeing Him Clearly, Included in Him Completely, and Walking in Him Freely. Join us to understand its historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and thematic contexts, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the sufficiency of Christ.
Key Takeaways
Thank God for Gospel Fruit (Colossians 1:3–8)
Pray for Others Maturity (Colossians 1:9–11)
Thank God for a Gospel Reality (Colossians 1:12–14)
Discussion Questions
What are we replacing the gospel with to produce love with others?
What are replacing the gospel with to produce intimacy with the Lord?
Where are we walking insecurely with the Lord in our present and future with Him?
Challenge: Each time you meet with your community group, pray verses 9-11 over each other.