We should honestly say, “It’s for the Lord!” - R.W.D. They may not give an absolute negative to the invitations of Christ, but their urbane and polite excuse covers a practical refusal--"I pray Thee have me excused.". . PRAYER - Set my heart on fire with the love of Thee, and then to do Thy will, and to obey Thy commandments, will not be grievous to me. They were Christ's servants, and they represented Him in the marketplace or the home. The Christian shoemaker does his Christian duty not by putting little crosses on the shoes, but by making good shoes, because God is interested in good craftsmanship. 1. "I wonder why they don't widen this thing so it's not so hard to drive through." Introduction To The Epistle (1:1-2) The Church At Colosse (1:3-8) Paul's Prayer For The Colossians (1:9-14) The Pre-Eminent Christ (1:13-20) The Conversion Of The Colossians (1:21-23) Paul As A Minister (1:24-29) That's why the Word of God spells out in clear terms the kind of language that must not come from the lips of followers of Jesus (Colossians 3:8-note), as well as the kind that should characterize our speech (Col 4:6-note). While sins of the heart sins such as pride, arrogance, anger, envy, hatred, and mean spiritedness - are tolerated. Because your work is for the Lord, Ironside, Moody Press, 1945, pp. Stay in touch with Him.”, An experience in the life of English preacher and theologian Andrew Fuller illustrates this truth. Let’s make sure old age doesn’t stop us from bearing fruit. —Anon. Locate the Passage; 3:15-17 constitutes the final paragraph of specific exhortations flowing from the generic exhortation of 3:1-4. According to one poll, only 43 percent of American office workers are satisfied with their jobs. We are encouraged in the Scriptures to sing. Here in Colossians 3 verses 12-17 we are given clear and cogent instruction on what the new person in Christ looks like. What makes it hard to do your work with a good attitude? He shall suffice me, for He hath sufficed: Before He sends His cool, refreshing rain. (from Back to the Bible), COLOSSIANS 3:14 - RELIGION THAT CHANGES US He who doesn't fear God should fear everything else. The image on the TV screen captures our attention and we sit down to watch. —H. They are "servants of His, doing His pleasure." COLOSSIANS 3:16- Robert S. Candlish : Within You. Blinded to the shortcomings, each sees only the other’s good points. Our situation may be difficult. For whom do I work? Straight from her heart, she answered, "Didn't you volunteer to be pumped when you prayed to be used by the Lord? And He expects your best. With our minds we can conceive But if God's purposes are to be fulfilled, we must not neglect the ordinary tasks in pursuit of the glorious ones. And when she died, a part of us died too.". Let the word of Christ so dwell in you. The treasures we store up on earth will all stay behind when this life ends. --Strong We need to examine ourselves and see where we have been, where we are and where the Lord want… IN THIS parable our Lord seems to show that the temptations of life lie in three directions. The apostle Paul had never been to the church in Colosse, but he had heard all about it from Epaphras. Please open it to John 14. A SONG coupled with SERVICE Testimony God's Omniscience Devotion. 5. Give glory to my Lord alway, My own experience can help answer this question. ", There's an important insight here. 2010 is here. Sing praise to God who reigns above, The Apostle Paul urged all Christians: "Let your moderation be known unto all men. (Alexander C. Dejong, Leadership, Vol. —Julie Ackerman Link, Help us, O Lord, to live our lives And again, "Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men" (Col 3:23-note). This was true kindness in action. Colossians 3:12-17 Introduction: 1) Clothes say a lot about a person. John Piper Feb 11, 2007 579 Shares Sermon. That prayer is needed today more than ever. Gal 2:20-note. Their respect grows, They talk and act differently toward such a person. If we are motivated by love for God, obedience to His Word, and a burning desire to glorify the heavenly Father (Col. 3:22, 23), our works will have an imperishable value and we will receive God's approval (1Co 3:14; 9:24, 25). Gives us the motivation In chapter one, Paul commended the Colossians for their faithful witness. One of his contacts was an old friend. As a youth, he had obvious musical ability, but he was denied entrance to the Milan Conservatory because he lacked the required education and background. When freely rendered in Christ's name. Scripture often calls us to “put on” attitudes and actions that match our identity in Christ. Give yourself time to think about it and realize it.". But Solomon was not talking about fashion. Seeing the eagle, the shepherd said to the farmer, “What a shame to keep that bird hobbled here in your barnyard! In Nomine Domini Nostri Jesu Christi, "In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.". Remember, it's our motive that counts. I cannot answer the first two. The Lord is more concerned with why we give than with how much we give. He wants you to live in a higher realm. His was a spiritual kingdom of truth and love. The Word of God comes to us with a sense of urgency and immediacy, calling us to obey now, rather than somewhere down the road of life. that makes our testimony ring true. This means that we are to submit ourselves one to another. 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