Colossians 1
Who was the group of people in Colossae that Paul wrote this book to?
Christians (God's holy people, etc.) (v. 2)
What is a spiritual death?
To be dead to sin
We should set our minds on things ______.
above (v. 1-2)
Devote yourselves to ______.
prayer (v. 1)
Who is the co-author of Colossians?
Timothy
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so ___ in him
Walk (v.6)
This is what YOU are supposed to do to your earthly nature that entices you to sin.
"put to death"/"get rid of" ? (v. 5-8)
what is the reason Paul is in chains?
for proclaiming the mystery / Good News about Christ (v. 3)
the fullness of God was pleased to dwell in _____?
Jesus
True change is not just about trying harder and doing more. True change is rooted in what?
The work of the Spirit in the life of the believer (page 92)
Wives are commanded to _____ to their husbands and husbands are commanded to ____ their wives.
Submit / love
Name one other name mentioned in this chapter?
Onesimus, Aristarchus, mark, barnabus, Justus, epaphras, Luke, Demas, archippus
Paul said that he rejoices in his ________?
sufferings (v. 24)
What does it mean to be circumcised in Christ ?
cleansing/salvation by Christ/God (v. 11, 12)
when you have gratitude in your hearts, what should you do to the Lord? (hint: a specific verb)
sing! (v. 16)
With what group of people should we make the most of every opportunity with?
unbelievers "outsiders"? (v. 5)
Therefore, as Gods chosen ones, holy and dearly loved, out on (name 1 of these 5 attributes)
compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience
What are two treasures that are hidden in Christ?
wisdom and knowledge (v. 3)
What other book of the Bible did we study that also shows us that God does not show favortism?
James
what does it mean to have a conversation seasoned with salt?
language that uplifts rather than destroys / language that purifies" (or something similar) (v. 6)