The book of colossians commentary 3 12-17

Those who are the elect of god, holy and beloved, ought to be lowly and compassionate towards all. If philemon and his family were hosts of the church at colosse, then mark a. I think this choice tells you a lot about teenaged me. Forgiveness is gods command to us and is part of a life of love, peace, thankfulness, and praise col 3. Colossians is named for the city of colossae, where the church it was addressed to was located. Colossians 3 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the.

This taking off the old and putting on the new that paul describes is the essence of following jesus. In todays devotion, we will be looking at colossians 3. The book of colossians encourages a greater devotion to. Study colossians 3 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better. Colossians 3 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclays dedicated work. Colossians 3 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The book of colossians is about the supremacy of the person of christ.

Colossians 3 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Second, verses 517 elaborate the meaning of this exhortation. Read colossians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Book of colossians outline summary online bible nwt. The epistle to the colossians sermon outlines this material is from, a web site containing sermon outlines and bible studies by mark a. I would rather read nt wright, or ff bruce on colossians. Study the bible online using commentary on colossians and more. The goal of pauls ministry was to bring people to maturity in christ, and not to dependence upon himself. Also, pauls powerful demand for each believer to be filled with the spirit cf. Book of colossians john gills exposition of the bible. The bible urges us to put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering. Knowing that of the lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance. More important than any other is love, which not only inspires the other traits, but which binds christians together as a single family, under christ. Colossians summary from the easyenglish bible easy.

Verses 3 4 paul often asked the christians to pray for him romans 15. Colossians and philemon begins with the typical study into the introductory matters of this book of the bible, this is common place in zondervan exegetical commentary series on the new testament. What specific instruction is given in colossians 3. Most commentators are certain that paul was indeed the author. First, in verses 14 readers are admonished to seek heavenly ways because they have been raised with christ. If with christ you died to the elemental spirits of the universe. Verses 34 paul often asked the christians to pray for him romans 15. That we may present every man perfect in christ jesus. Paulos apostolos christou iesou dia th elemato s theou kai timotheos o adelphos. Visit the web site to browse or download additional material for church or personal use. In this section we have the closest parallelism with the epistle to the ephesians ephesians 5. Pauls powerful call to unity because of the trinitys unity, so beautifully spelled out in eph.

The book of colossians addresses problems the church at colossae faced, and it challenges believers to examine all of life and be transformed through the resurrection and love of jesus. Free online learning about the book of colossians from the gospel coalition. Our perception of him shapes uswhat we say, how we treat others, even what we think. Study colossians using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Review what you have learned in colossians so far give verses. Sacred secret of god, christ 15 watch out for deceivers 615 reality belongs to christ 1623 3. Barclay this is a letter from paul, an apostle of jesus. And whatsoever ye do in word or deed whether in preaching the word of christ, in hearing the gospel, in singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, and in conference and conversation with each other. Enduring word bible commentary colossians chapter 3.

For whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of christ jesus, giving thanks to god the father through him. Someone once said that the presence of a storm does not mean that the presence of god is not in the storm. It was also to be read in the neighboring church at laodicea 4. Jun 01, 2016 this lesson continues the discussion on christian ethics and how various elements come together to establish a christian standard for life and morality. If then you were raised with christ, seek those things which are above, where christ is, sitting at the right hand of god. Discover practical insights into the book of colossians. Dec 27, 2009 it is important to locate verses 12 17 of chapter 3 in their immediate literary context. Paul reminded the colossians several times in this letter that they should thank god see 1.

Paul reminded the christians about the importance of jesus. Intro to colossians biblica the international bible. This was about the same time he wrote ephesians and philemon. Aug 31, 2014 living as those made alive in christ 3 since, then, you have been raised with christ, set your hearts on things above, where christ is, seated at the right hand of god. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library. He exhorts to the mortification of sin, in the various instances of it v. It must be added to our character by means of gods spirit and consistent, conscious decisions to submit to god because we love him, because we are sincerely seeking to be like him, and because we greatly desire to glorify him. He has no equal among the religious leaders of the world religions because he and he alone is gods son and the way, the truth, and the life john 14. He earnestly presses to mutual love and compassion v.

And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the lord jesus, giving thanks to god the father through him. The apostle exhorts us to set our hearts upon heaven and take them off from this world v. This letter was written by paul, an apostle of jesus christ 1. This book is poorly organized, and not a commentary. The apostle paul wrote this letter to christians living in the small city of colossae.

Though he did not personally know the recipients, paul was. Colossians 3 new international version niv dramatized audio. Paul, an apostle special messenger of christ jesus the messiah, by the will of god, and timothy our brother. The book of colossians is pauls letter to the christians at colosse. Enduring word bible commentary colossians chapter 1. Paul is a good model for them at the start of this letter 1. By comparing the epistle to the colossians with that written to philemon, it is reasonable to suppose that the church at colosse met in their home cf. Watch our overview video on the book of colossians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Through the bible with les feldick lesson 2 part 4 book 41 colossians 2.

It is important to locate verses 1217 of chapter 3 in their immediate literary context. It is also the job of church leaders 1 thessalonians 5. Believing the gospel means applying it in every area of our life and ministry. However, it stands alone as a very practical and helpful encouragement for the application of the gospel to all of life, and therefore to technology ministry as well. Indeed, he is the image of the invisible god, the sovereign and preeminent one among all creation col. Among these are compassion, humility, patience, and forgiveness. There was a popular song some years ago, sung by bing crosby and others of my generation, that went like this. The old and the new personality 117 deaden body members 5. Thanks for the colossians faith 3 8 prayer for spiritual growth 912 christs central role 23 pauls hard work for the congregation 2429 2.

These small group studies of colossians contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. We renounce sin in all its forms and repent of our old, broken way of living for ourselves. Be careful that you dont let anyone rob you through his philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the elements of the world, and not after christ 2. Over these recent verses, paul has listed 11 negative traits to avoid, and 11 positive traits for believers to mimic. Colossians is also very similar in content to ephesians and philemon, with about one fourth of colossians actually contained in the book of ephesians. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the lord jesus, giving thanks to god the father through him. While in this world, where there is so much corruption in our hearts, quarrels will sometimes arise. Colossians 3 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Pauls prayer is that the colossians would come to know the gospel message of truth so that they would be thoroughly furnished to make it to heaven cf. Harvest fellowship community church september 29, 2019 col 3. Then we turn away from that life and toward the new life in christ that is filled with grace and peace. But he often prayed for the christians there colossians 1.

The outlines were developed in the course of my ministry as a preacher of the gospel. Youll find david jeremiahs introduction to the book of colossians on page 16671669 of the jeremiah study bible. The colossians, insignificant expagans from a thirdrate country town, will be seen in a glory which, if it were now to appear, one might be tempted to worship. Colossians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. I dont think it would rank in the top 20 of commentaries for colossians. And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the lord, and not unto men. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. Listen to guest speaker gayle erwin giving a message titled clothing for christians today starting in the book of colossians chapter 3, verse 12. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. The theme of colossians is the complete adequacy of christ as contrasted with the emptiness of mere human philosophy. Colossians and philemon zondervan exegetical commentary. Exhaustive concordance of the bible strongs with various commentaries. You have taken off those old clothesthe person you once were and the bad things you did then. I was an earnest idealist with perhaps a bit too much confidence.

Introduction to the book of colossians learn religions. Second, verses 5 17 elaborate the meaning of this exhortation. This works dives into history and recent scholarship, of the books of colossians and philemon of the apostles which always helpful to pastors. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. The broader context has paul warning colossian christians.

Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a sabbath. And concludes with exhortations to relative duties, of wives and husbands, parents and children. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. In colossians, paul encourages the colossian christians to see jesus.