Colossians 2:16-23 Christ Alone
Given all that Paul has taught about the Nature and Person of Jesus the Messiah, some still think it necessary to add to the work accomplished on the cross for their salvation. Paul demolishes those arguments in this passage.
1 Peter 5:1-5 Church Organization and Responsibilities
In this passage Peter gives distinction to church officers with their responsibilities and stature. He then addresses the younger, theologically and chronologically, as to their responsibility. He then extols humility and forbearance to all.
Colossians 2:11-15 Spiritual Circumcision & Baptism
Paul mentions a “circumcision made without hands”, and “buried with him in baptism.” In this lesson we will discuss the importance of these things.
1 Peter 4:19 Etcetera
We start with an essay by the esteemed Greek scholar, Dr. Bill Mounce on 1Peter 4:19. From that we wander into a lesson on translation, the doctrines of man, salvation, and the resurrection of the saints. This is fun.
Colossians 2:10 Complete In Him
This is an expansion on the study last week of what it means to be “complete” in Christ. We will go to 1 Corinthians 1:30 for depth in this study. I will also be referencing the excellent commentary by Albert Barnes.
Colossians 2:9-10 Truly God, Truly Man
Can one letter in a word really make that much difference? Does it matter if two different Greek words are translated by the same English word? Yes, a letter can change things; yes, word translation can matter. These are examples.
1 Peter 5:1-2 A Message To The Elders
Peter addresses the ‘elders’ among the audience. Who are they, and how does Peter encourage them? As a team player for the same goal
Colossians 2:8 Philosophy & Empty Deceit
Philosophy is not a word we talk about very much in Church. Maybe we should. The “Church” has neglected weighty conversations for too long, we are not going to survive if we don’t get smarter and tougher, more resilient.
1 Peter 4:16-19 Suffering & Judgment In The Church
Peter has a lot to say about Christian suffering and the proper response to it. Then he warns that the time for judgment is at hand, what exactly does that mean? Let’s explore it.
Colossians 2:6-7 Standing Fast
The primary message of the book of Colossians is the primacy and supremacy of Christ. In this passage Paul begins to instruct the church about the necessity of standing fast in Christ, in the faith, when strange and false teachings are being presented.
