Unbounded: Paul's Faith from Prison
Colossians and Philemon (Fall 2022)
Colossians 1:1-14
September 8, 2022 • Eric Reed • Colossians 1:1–14, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 12:26, Luke 9:23, Matthew 21:23–32
We kick off our Fall 2022 series continuing a look at Paul's prison epistle to the Colossian church. We are led by Eric Reed, Minister to Men and Assistant to the Minister of Education at Houston's First. Looking at Paul's greeting and prayer, we explore the 6 areas God wants to chisel away from our life to reveal Christ's character.
Colossians 2:4-10
September 22, 2022 • Tim Young • Hebrews 13:8–9, Ezekiel 13:9, Colossians 2:4–10, Matthew 24:24
We continue our study of Paul's prison epistle to the Colossian church with Tim Young, Minister of Education at Houston's First Baptist Church. Looking at the temptation to listen to all the dissonant voices of our culture in regards to Christ and the Gospel, Tim challenges us to walk in the Victory of Christ, being vigilant to the veracity of the Gospel.
Colossians 2:11-15
September 29, 2022 • Raul Caban • Colossians 2:11–15, Jeremiah 9:25–26, Matthew 27:37, Deuteronomy 10:16
We are led this week by Raul Caban, Executive Assistant at the Downtown Campus of Houston's First Baptist Church. He leads us in a lesson focused on the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ and how that should impact our lives today.
Colossians 2:16-3:4
October 6, 2022 • Daniel Williams • Colossians 2:16—3:4
This week we are excited to be led by Daniel Williams, Minister to Special Needs Families at Houston's First. His talk is entitled "Free in Christ" and he examines the 3 false teachings facing the early church in Colossae as well as our own today.
Colossians 3:5-17
October 13, 2022 • Dr. Stephen Trammell • Colossians 3:5–17
Our study of Colossians continues with Dr. Stephen Trammell, Executive Pastor of Houston's First Baptist Church. Turning from a focus on what Christ has accomplished for the Christ followers, Paul looks at practical living in a fallen world. Dr. Trammell entitles this talk "Holiness in Life" and shares 3 essentials for every man to practice in life.
Colossians 3:18-4:1
October 20, 2022 • Chad Chambers • Colossians 3:18—4:1
Our study in Colossians continues with Chad Chambers as he moves into the very practical living out of the Gospel. The twin spheres of family (marriage and parenting) along with work encompass most of our life. We will either live humbly and intentionally in these spheres or we will create chaos and confusion.
Colossians 4:2-6
October 27, 2022 • Brad Talbert • Hebrews 5:14, James 1:5, Colossians 4:2–6, Psalm 19:7
Brad Talbert, Minister to Married Adults at Houston's First, continues our study of Colossians. While there are only 5 verses in this session, they are packed with practical exhortations regarding prayer, priorities and purpose in life. All of us will be challenged. There is a bonus prayer guide embedded in the listening guide courtesy of Desiring God ministries.
Colossians 4:7-18
November 3, 2022 • Don Munton • Colossians 4:7–18, Colossians 4
We wrap up the letter to the Colossians church with Don Munton, Minister to Adults at Houston's First Baptist Church. Don explores how both Christ and Paul valued relationships and how this should impact how we live our lives today.
Philemon 1:1-7
November 10, 2022 • Steve Diserens • Philemon 1–7, Romans 15:13
Steve Diserens kicks off our study of Paul's prison epistle to Philemon by focusing on the key relationships which Paul mentions in his letter. Steve draws out 3 key attributes that should characterize all of our relationships. Whether you are single or married you will find encouragement and application in this lesson.
Philemon 17-25
December 1, 2022 • Fred Caldwell • Philemon 8–25
Fred Caldwell (President of Caldwell Companies and ministry leader within several ministries including JH Ranch, Outback Texas, and more) leads our study of the ending of Philemon while sharing with us a personal story of offense and forgiveness. No matter your season of life, this lesson on woundedness and forgiveness is applicable!!!