The Gospel in Colosse

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Sunday - 8:30 AM, First Worship Service, 10:15 AM Second Worship Service

Sep. 01, 2024

 Pastor Dave Seratt
 Colossians 1:1-8
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Pastor Dave's Message: Christ's Preeminence in Colossians

In this new series on Paul's letter to the Colossians, Pastor Dave emphasizes the central theme: Christ is supreme over all. He begins by focusing on chapter one, verses 1-8, highlighting the importance of Christ and the good news of the gospel.

Addressing Challenges in the Early Church

Pastor Dave explains how Paul's letter addressed various challenges facing the Colossian believers, including Jewish legalism, Eastern philosophy, and Gnosticism. Paul countered these influences by emphasizing the sufficiency of Christ in every circumstance.

The Power of the Gospel

Paul rejoiced that the Colossians had "heard the gospel" and "heard the good news" (shared by Epaphras). This gospel message centered on Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, demonstrating God's love and grace, offering complete forgiveness for all sins.

Beyond Hearing: Believing and Trusting

Pastor Dave highlights that true transformation comes not just from hearing the gospel, but from believing it and placing confidence in Jesus Christ. The Colossians trusted in the gospel's truth, relying entirely on Christ for their salvation.

The Gospel's Impact: Faith, Love, and Hope

The gospel produced remarkable changes in the Colossians' lives:

  • Faith: It instilled genuine confidence in Jesus Christ. Paul commended their faith, having heard about their belief in Christ.
  • Love: It fostered love for one another and for God, a clear sign of the Holy Spirit's work in their lives.
  • Hope: It instilled a deep hope in the promise of eternal life with Christ in heaven.

Our Response to the Gospel

Pastor Dave challenges us to emulate the Colossians' response:

  • Share the Gospel: Proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, offering hope, forgiveness, and salvation to others.
  • Live Out Your Faith: Demonstrate the transformative power of the gospel in your daily life.
  • Support Mission Work: Send and support messengers and missionaries to spread the gospel further.

Remember: The gospel of Jesus Christ is a message of grace that changes lives. Let's share this message boldly and live out its power, just as the Colossians did.