4. The Preeminence of Christ

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4. The Preeminence of Christ

September 15, 2024 • Afshin Ziafat • Colossians 1:15–20

In the midst of life’s natural rhythms, it is easy for us to lose sight of Jesus. We fail to truly consider his unmatched character. We make too little of his power, sovereignty, and love. In Colossians 1:15-20, Paul compels his readers to stop and actually consider Jesus with language that is nothing short of worshipful. This week, we explore this theologically dense and poetic look at the Savior we follow.

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5. Don't Shift From The Hope of The Gospel

September 22, 2024 • Afshin Ziafat • Colossians 1:21–23

As Paul encourages the Colossian believers in their faith, he demonstrates the unmatched character of Jesus before describing the salvation we have in him. In verses 21-23, he describes Jesus’ work of reconciliation, which presents believers who were once hostile toward God as holy and blameless before him. Paul challenges his readers to remain faithful to this hope.

3. Prayer For Obedience

September 8, 2024 • Afshin Ziafat • Colossians 1:9–14

The Apostle Paul was known to start many of his letters with warm greetings and expressions of thanksgiving. His letter to the Colossians is no exception. As he offers thanksgiving to God, he offers a rich reminder of the deep truths of the gospel.

2. The Fruit-Bearing Gospel

August 25, 2024 • Afshin Ziafat • Colossians 1:3–8

As Paul gets into the meat of his letter to the Colossians, he opens by giving thanks to God for their faith. In it, we learn more about how the church developed and how the gospel is advancing in the first few decades after Jesus’ ascension. All of this sets up a powerful reminder of the gospel that he offers them in the chapters to come.