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A Call to Continue

A Call to Continue

preached May 6, 1984
added March 26, 2012
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scripture Colossians 2:6-7
topics The Church, Patience, Sanctification
type Sermon
id 1041

In this message, Paul summarizes his instruction to the Colossians and explains that receiving Christ is not the end, but the beginning of life. The Colossians longed for Christ and here Paul encourages them to grow further in the foundation of their faith by reminding them of past realities and directing them in their present activities.

Established and Firm

Established and Firm

preached March 18, 1984
added February 20, 2012
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scripture Colossians 1:21-23
topics Jesus Christ, Patience, Redemption, Sanctification
type Sermon
id 1031

Paul reminds his readers that the relevance of “who Jesus is” is found in the personal application of one’s faith. It is futile to deal with the deep theological aspects of Jesus if we are lacking in love for Him. We are challenged in this message to pinpoint a defining moment in our lives when we have been changed through God’s grace from beyond what we once were.

The Apostle's Prayer, Part Two

The Apostle's Prayer, Part Two

preached February 26, 1984
added January 23, 2012
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scripture Colossians 1:9-14
topics Obedience, Prayer, Sanctification
type Sermon
id 1025

The Apostle Paul encourages us to pursue knowledge that will transcend us into a life worthy of Christ. Our incentive to live knowingly should not be aligned with how it makes us feel but instead, motivated by our desire to bring glory to God. In this message, Alistair Begg outlines four marks of a life that is pleasing to Jesus – fruitful, knowledgeable, powerful and thankful.

Alive In Christ, Volume 1

Alive In Christ, Volume 1

added January 9, 2012
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scripture Colossians 1:1-2:10
topics Christian Living, The Church, Faith, False Teaching, Gospel, Grace, Jesus Christ, Ministry, Obedience, Patience, Prayer, Sanctification, Thanksgiving, Trinity
type Series
id 15101DL

The challenge for today’s churches to remain rooted in the truth of the Gospel is not new. In fact, the church in Colossae during the days of the Apostle Paul was influenced by many worldly falsehoods, including superstition, mythology and even simple error in doctrinal translation. In his letter to the Colossians, Paul imposes two key messages which are as applicable today as they were then. First, he re-confirms that all things were created and hold together through Jesus Christ and that we must walk with Him and hold steadfast to our faith in His saving power. Paul then provides ...