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Session 3 Video

Session 3

The Supremacy of Christ (1:15-20)

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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

Michael DeFazio delves into Colossians, focusing on Christ's supremacy, spiritual growth, discipleship in daily relationships, and the total salvation through Jesus.

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**Opening Thoughts**

- Once more, the situation of Colossians

- What Paul has said so far

**Christ’s Sufficiency and Supremacy (1:15-20)**

- Christ is..

- Sufficient              Supreme

- Supreme               Sufficient

- Note Paul’s emphasis on totality and power

- Note the unique (“poetic”) structure

- Christ’s place in creation

        - Christ holds all things together

- Christ’s place in reconciliation

- Pulling it all together…

- What does Paul say and why?

- Why stay with Jesus?

**Questions for Discussion and Reflection**

- What persons, institutions, or ideas compete with Jesus for your devotion?

- What merits or strengths do these things/people have? What can they offer?

- How does their power and promise compare to the credentials of Jesus?

- What phrase from Colossians 1:15-20 stands out to you the most, and why?

The Supremacy of Christ (1:15-20)

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