Colossians

Train Up a Child (Colossians 3:20-21)

Whether your child is 2 years old or already a teenager, one of the most important lessons you can teach them is the idea of spiritual authority. How can this be done in loving, meaningful ways? In this study of Colossians 3:20-21, we learn...
What is means to honor your father and mother
How to handle temper tantrums
Should we discipline our kids? How? When?
What does it mean to "provoke our children" to anger?
God's wisdom in the parent-child relationship
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Built to Last (Colossians 3:18-19)

Marriage is the most challenging, yet most rewarding, commitment you'll ever make. In this study of Colossians 3:18-19, we learn...
The secret to a lasting marriage
Does a wife really have to "submit" to her husband?
How husbands can learn to love like Christ
An important caveat - "do not be harsh"
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The Word in our Worship (Colossians 3:15-17)

The "Worship wars" may have reached their height in the 1990s, but churches still struggle how to remain both rooted and relevant. In this study of Colossians 3:15-17, we learn...
What I say when people ask what denomination our church is
How to find peace in Christ
What does it mean for the word of Christ to "dwell" in us?
A brief history lesson of praise and worship
Finding balance between traditional and contemporary
The centrality of scripture in our worship
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It's Time to Forgive (Colossians 3:13-14)

"I forgive you" is one of the hardest things you'll ever say, but it will take a huge weight off your shoulders. In this study of Colossians 3:13-14, we dive into the topic of forgiveness, what Christ has done for us, and how we can put the past behind us and truly reconcile with others.

Selfless Love (Colossians 3:12)

One of the most important principles in counseling and parenting is to understand the idea of "putting off" and "putting on." It's not enough to stop doing bad things. With God's help, we need to replace that harmful behavior with positive acts of obedience.
In this study of Colossians 3:12, we learn...
Our identity in Christ as chosen, holy, and beloved
To cultivate a heart of compassion
To practice kindness toward others
To grow in humility and meekness
Practical tips to help you "put on" Christian virtue
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Anger Management (Colossians 3:8)

30% of adults report struggling to control their anger. And 64% of teens and young adults admit they have uncontrolled anger. Do you have an anger problem? In this study of Colossians 3:8, we learn...
Why anger is so dangerous
Getting to the heart of the matter
Is it ever OK to be angry?
Five strategies to overcome anger
How Jesus can give you peace
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Deadly Desires (Colossians 3:5-7)

How should we deal with sinful thoughts and desires that creep into our minds? The Apostle Paul says to put them to death. In this study, we learn...
When is sex right and when is it wrong?
How should we respond to someone who says, "Love is love"?
Idolatry in western culture
Why God's holiness requires judgment
Practical advice to overcome sexual temptation
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Recalibrating the Mind (Colossians 3:1-4)

If you're not careful, your mind will drift, and you'll start thinking and acting more like the world. You'll forget your identity in Christ. What you need is a regular tune-up or re-calibration. In this study of Colossians 3:1-4, we learn...
The difficulty of finding a quiet place alone with God
 Why do we often set our mind on earthly things?
Your identity in Christ changes everything
The role of Scripture in recalibrating the mind
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Paid in Full (Colossians 2:8-15)

In today's lesson, we learn about the important doctrine of union with Christ. Spiritual circumcision and baptism are two metaphors the Bible uses for the spiritual transformation that is ours through his shed blood. Because of Christ's victory, we have new life. Praise God, the debt we owed him has been paid in full!

The Path of Wisdom (Colossians 2:1-7)

Who can you trust? How do you know what's true? In this sermon, we discuss...
The danger of false doctrine and empty philosophy
Jesus as the source of wisdom and protection against error
Why pursuing wisdom is like going on a treasure hunt
What exactly is gnosticism, and why were the Colossians at risk? 
An opportunity to trust in Christ today
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