In him dwells all the fullness of the godhead bodily. Bible summary colossians 1 colossians bible book summary. In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole world just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly. Paul, apostle of christ jesus through gods will, and timothy the brother ephesians 1. Only so she can better prepare for her up coming quiz. In the same way, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing throughout the whole. Tom constables expository notes on colossians this is also available in the net. H ere is a bible study on colossians chapter one with a summary and discussion questions to follow colossians 1. Paul then transitions to a focus on christs greatness, including his character. An introduction to the book of colossians an argument of the book of colossians a selected bibliography of colossians and philemon. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timothy our brother, paul was an apostle, which in the greek language, referred to a sent one. Well this quiz is brought to you by j3 so enjoy and take your time. Colossians 1 bible study, summary and discussion questions.
Verses 914 offer an important prayer by the apostle on behalf of. Colossians chapter 4 king james version kjv alexander scourby free audio video bible duration. To the saints and faithful brethren in christ which are at colosse. Colossians 1 1 paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timotheus our brother, 2 to the saints and faithful brethren in christ which are at colosse. The scope of the epistle is to show, that all hope of mans redemption is founded on christ, in whom alone are all complete fulness, perfections, and sufficiency. Chapter 1, verse 15, jesus, it says, is the image of the invisible god, the pre. Colossians 1 new international version niv biblica. Colossians 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to gods holy people in colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in christ. Book of colossians colossians chapter 1 colossians chapter 2 colossians chapter 3 colossians chapter 4. The epistle to the colossians chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to see the relationship between understanding the grace of god and bearing fruit 2 to examine pauls prayer for the colossians for the keys to successful christian living 3 to appreciate the preeminence of christ in creation and our redemption summary paul. The epistle to the colossians is one of the prison epistles which are so called because they were written by paul while he was in prison in rome. The book of colossians addresses problems the church at colossae faced, and it challenges believers to examine all of life and be transformed through the resurrection and love of jesus. To encourage them he mentions the success of the gospel elsewhere col 1.
The book of colossians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. In colossians, paul encourages the colossian christians to see jesus as the center of. Colossians 1 kjv paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the bible. Introduction to colossians chapter 1 john macarthur. This is for all bible heads and for those who want to ace there next quiz. I summarised the bible on twitter between aug 2010 and nov 20 one tweet per chapter, one chapter per day. In colossians, paul encourages the colossian christians to see jesus as the center of all reality, so they dont give in to pressure from other. The first half of the book of colossians is a theological treatise that includes one of the most profound presentations of christology anywhere in. Colossians 1 niv bible paul, an apostle of christ jesus. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timotheus our brother, 1. Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to send your answers. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ a. The apostle designates himself by his office, as always, except in the macedonian epistles and the letter of private friendship to philemon. He is the image of the invisible god, the firstborn over all creation.
What was his goal or his purpose toward which he preached and labored 2. The penalty for sin has been completely removed because of his perfect sacrifice. Though he did not personally know the recipients, paul was acquainted with them. This letter was written by paul, an apostle of jesus christ 1.
The apostle paul was the primary writer of the book of colossians colossians 1. His appointment as apostle is not by the will of men, but by the lord jesus himself. In secular usage an apostle was an ambassador sent by his king to represent him in. Book of colossians free bible study questions, class book, workbook. Letter to the colossians biblical study w professor n. This epistle was sent because of some difficulties which arose among the colossians, probably from false teachers, in consequence of which they sent to the apostle. David guzik commentary on colossians 1, which emphasizes the greatness of. Kjv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible gateway paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, and timothy our brother, to gods holy people in colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters in christ. Book of colossians overview insight for living ministries. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. It is probable that most jews of the diaspora jews living outside palestine had a hebrew. As with all the early churches, the issue of jewish legalism in colosse was of great concern to paul.
We give thanks to god and the father of our lord jesus christ, praying always for you, 1. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. The book of colossians encourages a greater devotion to. Every chapter of the bible in 140 characters or less. Colossians 1, king james version kjv the bible app.
Timothy shares also in the greeting of the epistle to philemon, probably a leading member of the colossian church comp. These are foundational ideas which paul will use to set up his later points. Colossians says there are some absolutes and jesus is the first one. Colossians chapter 1 is mostly focused on describing christ as supreme. Please read the whole book of colossians again as we study chapter 2. Colossians 1 new american bible revised edition nabre i. The salvation which the colossians had received, and of which the apostle had been the minister and dispenser, colossians 1. Colossians 1 niv paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the bible. The prison epistles include ephesians, philippians, colossians, and the very personal epistle to philemon. Colossians 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app.
Tychicus was a coworker of paul who would have been able to help the colossian believers understand and apply the apostles teachings in the letter. It was written to counter and respond to heretical teachings and encourage believers to serve with fervor and passion. Enduring word bible commentary colossians chapter 1. Colossians 1 king james bible kjv book of colossians. This is pauls colaborer and true child in the faith, who was able to be with him because, although paul was a prisoner, he had personal living quarters acts 28. The author of this epistle is the apostle paul as stated in colossians 1. The key personalities include paul, timothy, tychicus, onesimus, aristarchus, mark, and epaphras. Colossians 1, new international version niv the bible app. Watch our overview video on the book of colossians, which breaks down the literary. Grace be unto you, and peace, from god our father and the lord jesus christ.
Colossians is named for the city of colossae, where the church it was addressed to was located. Colossians 1 nlt greetings from paul this letter is. The prison epistles include ephesians, philippians, colossians, and. May 02, 2020 the book of colossians contains doctrinal instruction about the deity of christ and false philosophies 1. Jesus is not only the god of creation, he is the ultimate authority over all created things. Colossians, chapter 1 king james version christian answers. Epaphras is mentioned in the book of philemon as a fellow prisoner with paul philemon 1. In introducing a book like this, it is critically important for us to have some overall understanding in background.
Colossians 1 commentary william barclays daily study bible. The sum and substance of the apostles preaching, and the manner in which he executed his ministry, colossians 1. The glorious character of jesus christ, and what he has done for mankind, colossians 1. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel, 6 which has come to you, as indeed in the whole world it is bearing fruit and increasingas it. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ by the will of god, and timotheus our brother. Audio video bible alexander scourby kjv 1,925 views. What did paul want the colossians and laodiceans to know 2. Colossians 1 esv greeting paul, an apostle of christ bible. The book of colossians was likely written between a. Paul then includes a prayer intended to encourage the growth and maturity of believers in this city colossians 1.
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