THANKING GOD FOR THE EFFECT OF THE GOSPEL (2)
by Tim Melton
Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8
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Thanking God for the Effect of the Gospel (2)
Series: Colossians
Tim Melton
Colossians 1:3-8
A couple of years ago I was in a conversation with one of the young married couples from our church. They were from different countries and described how their difference in cultural backgrounds had caused troubles at times. They told of how on one occasion, they were visiting with the extended family. The bride´s grandfather suspected that the new groom already had something against him because he never came over to visit with him. When the problem was explained to the groom he was surprised. In his more formal culture the grandchildren would never approach the grandparents to talk. That was not their place. If they were to talk the conversation always had to be initiated by the grandparent. So, with this in mind the groom was respectfully waiting for the grandfather.
As we read the book of Colossians Paul is probably more like the informal, compassionate, approachable spiritual grandfather. He, very likely, had discipled Epaphras, who had then started the church in Colossae. Paul had never actually met the people of this church, but he writes with compassion, gives advice and expresses gratitude for all that God has done in their lives. Following in the line of so many grandparents that I have met, his heart seems to overflow with love for this young church.
In today´s sermon we will continue with where we left off last week. Join me as we learn from Colossians 1:3-8.
3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you,
The salvation of those in Colossae was such a monumental event that it continually kept Paul in a place of Thanksgiving. Maybe you have someone in your life like this as well. You prayed for them. You cared for them and even shared with them, for years, until one day the light of Christ dawned on their lives and they believed in Jesus. And now every time it comes to mind your heart is overcome with awe and ...
Series: Colossians
Tim Melton
Colossians 1:3-8
A couple of years ago I was in a conversation with one of the young married couples from our church. They were from different countries and described how their difference in cultural backgrounds had caused troubles at times. They told of how on one occasion, they were visiting with the extended family. The bride´s grandfather suspected that the new groom already had something against him because he never came over to visit with him. When the problem was explained to the groom he was surprised. In his more formal culture the grandchildren would never approach the grandparents to talk. That was not their place. If they were to talk the conversation always had to be initiated by the grandparent. So, with this in mind the groom was respectfully waiting for the grandfather.
As we read the book of Colossians Paul is probably more like the informal, compassionate, approachable spiritual grandfather. He, very likely, had discipled Epaphras, who had then started the church in Colossae. Paul had never actually met the people of this church, but he writes with compassion, gives advice and expresses gratitude for all that God has done in their lives. Following in the line of so many grandparents that I have met, his heart seems to overflow with love for this young church.
In today´s sermon we will continue with where we left off last week. Join me as we learn from Colossians 1:3-8.
3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you,
The salvation of those in Colossae was such a monumental event that it continually kept Paul in a place of Thanksgiving. Maybe you have someone in your life like this as well. You prayed for them. You cared for them and even shared with them, for years, until one day the light of Christ dawned on their lives and they believed in Jesus. And now every time it comes to mind your heart is overcome with awe and ...
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