Introduction: Life is War 1. The Universality of Suffering: No one is exempt1.1 Job’s TestimonyHe cried: “Man who is born of a woman is few of days and full of trouble.” (Job 14:1, ESV)1.2 Paul’s WitnessHe wrote: “For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now.”…
Colossians 4:15-18Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. And say to Archippus, “See that you fulfill the ministry…
Introduction :Jesus warned His disciples in John 15:18:“If the world hates you, know that it has hated Me before it hated you.”Paul added in 2 Timothy 3:12:Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” 1. What is Persecution?1.1 Definition:Persecution is suffering for Christ’s sake. It is opposition, slander,…
Colossians 4:7–18Tychicus 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, and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved…
Romans 12v11Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. (ESV) Introduction:The Nature and Danger of Sloth 1. Defining Sloth Biblically1.1 Key Biblical Terms a. Slothful (oknēros): sluggish, backward in effort. b. Idle: refusing labour when duty calls. c. Apathy: spiritual indifference, coldness of heart. d. Proverbs 13:4.1.2 A Practical Definition …
Colossians 4:2–6Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 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…
Theme:Christ redeems sinners enslaved to gluttony and addiction, empowering them to live in self-controlled freedom for His glory. Introduction:Understanding Addiction and Gluttony in a Broken World. Biblical Definitions:Gluttony is the overindulgence of God’s gifts, especially food and drink, to the point that it becomes idolatrous, self-centred, and enslaving.Proverbs 23:20-21: “Be not among drunkards or among…
Colossians 3:18-4:1Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.Bondservants, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way…
Philippians 4:4-9Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,…
Colossians 3:5-17Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. On account of these the wrath of God is coming. In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander,…