Colossians: Christ Over All - Fellowship Baptist Church

1: Intro to Colossians

January 5, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 1:1–14, 1 Corinthians 6:20, 1 Timothy 1:15–16, Colossians 4:12

What would you do if young Christians asked for help to grow in their new-found faith, especially after learning they had been influenced by all kinds of false ideas? Learn how to respond as we study Colossians, an ancient letter to learn timeless truths.

2: Christ Over All

January 12, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 1:15–19, John 1:18, Genesis 1:1, Psalm 89:27

If someone asked, “Who IS Jesus?” What would you tell them? Where would you point them? Today we discover the incredible identity of Jesus that will help us see why He is CHRIST OVER ALL.

3: God's View of You?

January 19, 2020 • Jackie Watts • John 3:36, 1 John 2:19, Colossians 1:20–23, John 14:10–11

Many have a mangled misunderstanding of how God views them. Some view themselves as having cut a deal with ‘the Big Man upstairs’, while others struggle to believe God has actually forgiven them. Today we discover God’s view of you, according to the Scriptures.

4: Maturing in Christ?

January 26, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 1:24—2:7, 2 Peter 3:14–16, Acts 9:20

So you claim to be a Christian? If so, how would you respond to this question: “Are you maturing In Christ?” Today we discover that knowing and growing in Jesus is both expected and evidenced.

5: Identity

March 1, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Mark 7:6–13, John 1:29, Matthew 26:28, Acts 10:43, Colossians 2:8–23

The letter to the Colossians revolves around the person and purpose of Jesus. Paul reminds Christians of WHO Jesus is and WHOSE we are, and why it matters so much.

6: Focus on Forever

March 8, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 3:1–17, Matthew 5:29–30, 1 Peter 2:11

We all sense the need to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life and consider what matters most. God challenges us to view life through a different lens, and focus on forever.

7: Honoring Others & Obeying Him

April 5, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 3:18—4:1, 1 Peter 3:1–2, Ephesians 5:25, 1 Peter 3:7, 2 Timothy 3:1–2

If the Scriptures are true, then God sees all we do, and what we do demonstrates our love for Him. So, what would our actions from last week demonstrate…a love for God? Today we discover practical ways to please our King by honoring others & obeying Him.

8: Christian Character

April 12, 2020 • Jackie Watts • Colossians 4:2–18, 1 Peter 3:1–2, Ephesians 5:25, 1 Peter 3:7, 2 Timothy 3:1–2

People often hear, “Christians aren’t perfect, just forgiven.” And while this is true, shouldn’t we be known for more? Shouldn’t Christians be known for forgiving others, sharing the good news of Jesus, walking in purity, wrestling in prayer, growing in maturity, and loving others? Yep!