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Session 1

Approaching Colossians (1:1-2)

Free video resources for you and your church. Designed for use in these environments: Adult Studies, Student Ministry, Leadership Training, Personal Growth.


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https://content.lessons.church/files/study/gk5fVvmWtYV/OnKPPf0a8KZ/Colossians (Michael DeFazio) 2020.pdf?dt=1661521291626

Michael DeFazio (New Testament and Hermeneutics Professor at Ozark Christian College) takes a verse-by verse look at the book of Colossians to celebrate Christ’s supremacy and encourage us to keep walking in Christ. Michael explains the framework to spiritual formation and how family and work relationships are a matter of discipleship. The heart of this study is the reminder that Jesus is enough to save you completely.

Colossians

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**Opening Thoughts**

- Why Colossians?

- When and why Paul wrote Colossians?

**Colossians 1:1-2**

- “grace and peace”

- Everything Paul touches turns to… 

- Every worldview has two things. Paul gives is his:

- Goal:

- Means:

**Questions for Discussion and Reflection**

- What is the most important letter you have ever written or received? What makes it stand out?

- What role has Colossians played in the shaping of your faith up to this point (that you are aware of)?

- Generally speaking, what do you expect from studying the Bible? What do you want from this study of Colossians?

- What do you know about Paul coming into this study? What is the significance of him being an “Apostle”?

- When you read the “grace and peace” line in Paul’s letters, how often do you slow down and think through what he’s saying? What are we missing when we fail to take a close look?

Session 1: Approaching Colossians (1:1-2)

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