Sermons on Colossians
Ministers of Reconciliation
Embrace God’s Word with us as Kurt Gelman (candidate for Lead Pastor at Midland Free) preaches from 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 in the message, Ministers of Reconciliation. I. Enjoy God: The Motivation II. Embrace His Word: The Message III. Engage His World: The Ministry
Worship and Witness
Embrace God’s Word with us as Greg Langley teaches from Psalm 96 in the message, Worship and Witness. Psalm 96: A Call to Praise (96:1–3) A Cause to Praise (96:4–6) A Command to the World to Glorify God (96:7–10) All Nature Will Join in Praise (96:11–13) Download Life Group Questions for this sermon.
He Took Our Shame
Pastor Jeremy Lobdell continues our Encounter the Incredible sermon series in Mark 15:16-37 with the sermon, “He Took Our Shame.” Colossians 2:15 ESV He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him. Romans 8:1 ESV There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:34 ESV Who is to condemn? Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand…
Keeping a Kingdom Focus in a Whacked Out World
Our culture has changed rapidly over the last 10 years. Words are being redefined, people are confused, families and friends are divided, and anger abounds. If only we had a source of TRUTH that is eternal – a truth for all people at any time…. Praise God, WE DO! We have the unchanging, inerrant, promise-filled, eternal Word of God. Listen as Pastor Chuck begins the new year in a timely sermon from 2 Peter 1:3-4 in the sermon, Keeping a…
Everything Matters
What is the duty of humanity? Our duty is to respect God’s ordering of our lives. Because all of our life is lived “under the sun,” sometimes we will have trouble, and yet the Lord is lovingly and sovereignly in control of each aspect of our lives. Our proper response should be one of humble submission to God’s will, knowing that everything we do for Him matters. Listen as Pastor Jeremy concludes our sermon series in Ecclesiastes 12:9-14: There is…
Consider the End
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Weird but true.” There are many things in this life that sound strange, but actually happen. Even the Bible gives accounts of events that were weird but true! Similarly, in the book of Ecclesiastes we read about a series of spiritual truths that sound contradictory, but in God’s wisdom and sovereignty are actually true. Listen as Pastor Jeremy Lobdell expounds on these contrasting spiritual truths in the sermon, “Consider the End” based on Ecclesiastes 7:…
The Church Isn’t a Building
As a church, we’re gearing up for an exciting fall where we RE-UNITE and RE-ENGAGE to REACH OUT. With that goal in mind, what does God say about His church? Listen as Elder Dave Shumaker preaches a message to energize our hearts for God’s purpose, “The Church Isn’t a Building” based on Matthew 16:17-18, Ephesians 4 & 5, Colossians 3:16-17, and Hebrews 10:25. Application from Matthew 16:18 Are you a part of Christ’s church? Do we trust our Savior to…
Discover Victory
Everything changes with Jesus calls your name. Do you hear Jesus calling to you today? After Jesus rose from the grave, Mary Magdalene was the first person to encounter the risen Christ but she did not recognize him at first. Everything changed when He called her name! Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches from the book of John about Jesus’ victory over sin and death and how He moves us from our old orientation, through disorientation, to a new orientation. •…
Walk in Wisdom, Continue in Prayer
Colossians tells us that Jesus is the all-surpassing treasure of infinite worth; He is the creater and redeemer, ruler and maker of all things. If you get Jesus and get nothing else, you still get filthy rich. In Colossians 4:2-6, we are given two commands: Walk in Wisdom and Continue in Prayer. How do we Walk in Wisdom in today’s world? Ask yourself these 4 questions:1. Is it biblical?2. What are the influences in my life?3. Is there balance?4. How…
In All Things…
Do you always try your best? Whether you’re working, relating to your spouse, training your children, or serving others, do you always give your best effort? If not, why not? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches us about the importance of doing your best in marriage, parenting, work, and service from Colossians 3:17-4:1 in the sermon, “In All things…” WHAT: 1. Marriage 2. Parenting 3. Work WHY: 1. The Lord sees. 2. The Lord knows. 3. The Lord will reward. *****…
Grace Propels Grace
Are you only going after things that you want, or are you seeking God for the things He has already promised to give you? Do you know what has God promised to give you? Now is the time to fully believe in His promises. Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches us from Colossians 3:12-17 in his sermon, “Grace Propels Grace.” Grace to Us God Grace to Others Sermon Series: Colossians – Closer to JesusSermon Title: Grace Propels GraceSpeaker: Pastor Jeremy K.…
What to Fight and How
One of our goals as Christians is to overcome evil with good (Romans 12:21). But before we can overcome the sin in our lives, we have to look our own evil straight in the eye and decide to fight against it. When the Holy Spirit opens our hearts to recognize our own sin, we understand we are not great – we are deeply flawed and in desperate need of a Savior. Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches from Colossians 3:5-11 in…
Seek Christ, Get Rich!
Will more money solve our problems? What do real riches look like based on God’s message in Colossians 3:1-4? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches us how to get rich in Christ. Seek Jesus Get Rich Sermon Series: Colossians – Closer to JesusSermon Title: Seek Christ, Get Rich!Speaker: Pastor Jeremy LobdellScriptures: Colossians 3:1-4Colossians 1:15-20John 19:30
Shadows and Substance
It’s time to take our eyes off of the shadows (the fake) and focus our eyes on Jesus (the real). Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches from Colossians 2:16-23 about the shadows to avoid and the substance to pursue: 1. SHADOWS (v. 18) Mysticism – Watch out for those who downplay Jesus Christ or emphasize external spiritual experiences or angels instead of the person of Jesus Christ. (v. 16) Legalism – We want our focus to be on Christ instead trying…
How to Win
What is the Christian path to victory? As we study Colossians 2:6-15, let’s give thanks for these eight amazing things that God did to win the victory for us, save us from sin, and transform us for His Glory: • God made us ALIVE (v 13)• God FORGAVE (v 13)• God CANCELED OUR DEBT (v 14)• God SET ASIDE our debt (v 14)• God NAILED IT (v 14)• God DISARMED (v 15)• God PUT TO SHAME rulers and authorities (v…
The All-Surpassing Treasure
Are the pains and troubles in this life worth it? Is it possible to “rejoice in our sufferings” like Paul says in the book of Colossians? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches from Colossians 1:24-2:5 in his sermon, “The All-Surpassing Treasure.” • Problem – What problem do we face today? (1 Timothy 4:1-2; Colossians 2:4) • Solution – What is the solution to the dilution of false teachers? (Colossians 1:28) • Application – Get Jesus at all cost – even if…
Creator & Redeemer
Why is Jesus the best? He is both our Creator & Redeemer! In these times of chaos, let’s take time to focus on Jesus. Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches from Colossians 1:15-23 about Jesus as both the Creator of everything and the Redeemer of all. Sermon Series: Colossians: Closer to JesusSermon Title: Part 2Speaker: Pastor Jeremy K. LobdellScripture: Colossians 1:15-23
Four Ways to Walk Worthy
There’s no question we are living in tumultuous times. Our hope should not be in our government, our culture, or our possessions. God says to fix our eyes on things above (Colossians 3:2). As followers of Jesus our true home is in heaven – we are merely passing through this temporal and chaotic world. How, then, do we live? Listen as Pastor Jeremy teaches four ways from Colossians 1:1-14 to live in this “in between” time – the time we…
The Light
If Jesus is the Light and our source of joy, here are a few questions from Pastor Jeremy to focus us as we head toward a New Year: • Where do you typically go to feel better when you are feeling down? • How much time do you spend with Jesus? • Are you excited to talk about Him? • What are you holding back from Him? • Is what you watch edifying and bringing you closer to Jesus? •…
The Incredible Beauty of Jesus
“Only when we see the beauty of Jesus for ourselves, will we have the ability and motivation to properly represent His beauty to a lost world.” What type of beauty does Jesus possess? Listen as Pastor Chuck teaches us about four aspects of Jesus’ beauty from Colossians 1:15-20 in his sermon, The Incredible Beauty of Jesus: Jesus is beautiful in his POWER Jesus is beautiful in his POSITION We experience his beauty in his PRESENCE There is beauty in his…
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