1 Peter 1:1-2 – Precious: God’s Multiplied Grace and Peace
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit,
Advent 2017 – The Light and His Witnesses – John 1:6-9
There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the light. The true light,
Advent 2017 – And the Word Was God – John 1:1-5
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life,
Colossians 4:7-18 – Fulfill Your Ministry
Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts,
Colossians 4:5-6 – Walk in Widsom Toward Outsiders
Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. Colossians 4:5-6 ESV
Colossians 4:3-4 – Prayer For an Open Door For the Word
At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. -Colossians 4:3-4
Colossians 4:2 – Prayer That is Devoted, Attentive, and Thankful
Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. -Colossians 4:2
Colossians 3:22-4:1 – Masters and Slaves Serving Jesus
Slaves, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,
Colossians 3:21 – Godly Parenting
Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. – Colossians 3:21
A Biblical Understanding of the Evangelism Challenge
The Evangelism Challenge: 1) Share the gospel with one person, 2) Do not return to church functions until you do, 3) the Challenge is voluntary. Misunderstanding and disagreement ensued after the Evangelism Challenge was given on the last night of fal…