Christ: The All-Sufficient Savior.
A Summary of Colossians:
1. Christ’s Pre-eminence Declared (Col. 1v15)
a. Christ’s Deity and Supremacy (vv. 15–20)
b. The Sufficiency of His Atonement (vv. 21–23)
c. The Ministry of Proclaiming Him (vv. 24–29)
2. Christ’s People Defined (Col. 2v6)
a. Union with Christ (vv. 6–7)
b. Victory through the Cross (vv. 13–15)
c. Freedom from Human Traditions (vv. 16–23).
3. Christlike Practices Demanded (Col. 3v1)
a. Pursue Holiness (vv. 1–11)
b. Put on Love and Forgiveness (vv. 12–17)
c. Honor Christ in the Home and Work (vv. 18–25).
4. Christ-Centred Partnerships Demonstrated (Col. 4v2,5,18)
a. Devoted Prayer and Gospel Witness (vv. 2–6)
b. Faithful Fellowship and Ministry (vv. 7–18).
Conclusion: You Are Complete in Christ
a. He is pre-eminent over creation and the Church.
b. We are defined by our union with Him, not our works.
c. He calls us to live out this identity in word and deed.
d. He invites us to partner with others for the advance of the Gospel.
Application Questions:
a. Is Christ pre-eminent in your affections, ambitions, and actions?
b. Are you living out of your identity in Christ, or striving for your own righteousness?
c. Does your daily walk reflect the character of Christ?
d. Are you engaged in Gospel partnership, prayer, and encouragement?