By Laura Dilworth Our discussion group talked about how interesting it is that we finished this study the week of Thanksgiving, as that seems to be one of the themes of Colossians. Over and over we are taught about the way to live our lives to honor Jesus--with kindness, love, unity, obedience, wisdom, grace, devoted …
Whatever You Do
By Katie Kafka Have you ever walked through a season when you notice that God is preparing your heart for something? It is this awkward space when waiting feels uncomfortable and yet, so does moving forward. It is hard not to get caught up in the unknown and uncertainty of your circumstances making it easier …
Wearing Jesus
"Religion tells you what to do. Jesus tells you who you are. When you know who you are, you know what to do."Alan Caplin I came across this quote this past week when I was in the middle of studying Colossians 3:5-17. I couldn't help thinking what a perfect summary it was of what is …
Things That are Above
By Ashley Synowicki In week 7 we discussed Colossians 3:1-4: If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ …
Christ Alone
This week Marlys shares her thoughts with us about what she learned in this week’s lesson in Colossians. What have you learned so far in this study regarding this statement: “Jesus is said to carry the fullness of Deity”? If we go back to the beginning of Chapter 2 and recap, since God was …
Grounded and Grateful
Lessons 4 and 5 in Colossians were overflowing in their description of Jesus. Colossians 1:15-20 describes him in poetic form that gradually builds to a crescendo in verse 20. He is: The image-bearer of the invisible GodFirstborn of all creationCreator of ALL thingsBefore all thingsThe One who holds all things togetherHead of the body (the …
Living Prayerfully
Today we welcome Cheryl from our Sunday Morning class with her reflections on this week's study: By Cheryl Hansen Week 3 of the Colossians study “Living Jesus” begins with Paul’s prayer for the new believers and the church in Colossae. His prayer is a reminder of the qualities of God and how he has not ceased …
Sovereign Father
During this fall session, we will be hearing from various members of our Sunday or Tuesday morning classes about our study in Colossians. I hope our reflections on what we’ve learned about the character of God will be of value to all, whether you are taking the class or not. Our study of the book …
Equip Her Classes are Underway
Our Equip Her bible study classes began this week. What a blessing to be back together again in person on both Sunday and Tuesday mornings! Our study in Colossians began with this reminder of why we study scripture: “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,”declares the Lord.9 “As the heavens are higher than …
Classes Start this Month!
It's September, and you know what that means! EquipHer Bible studies begin again. I can't wait to get started. This fall's class will be offered on both Sunday and Tuesday mornings. Join us for Living Jesus: Field Notes for Colossians. Field notes are observations made by someone engaged in a field of study. "All field …
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