The “spoil” in this verse means to carry off as a captive slave. This was common practice when an army conquered a city. For example, the Jews in Jerusalem were spoiled (carried off as slaves) by the Babylonians when they conquered the city in 586 BC. In our text, Paul warns that false teachers want […]
On my computer, I have installed Norton Antivirus. It is a program that protects my computer from invasions that can harm, destroy or steal my data. As Christians, we too need spiritual protection. The devil and his false teachers are actively working to deceive God’s people. Transition In this section, Paul gave the Colossian believers […]
I enjoy learning facts about Creationism. Learning how scientific facts about origins and geology fit the biblical creation and flood model far better than they do the evolution theory strengthens my faith. It gives me confidence when talking to those who promote evolution. A clear understanding of God’s Word on the subject is a fantastic […]
Years ago we planted an orange tree. For several years, it did nothing. It did not grow. It did not produce fruit. Finally, we pulled it out. Spiritual growth is just as important for Christians. Transition Because Paul heard that the Colossians had been saved, from that day he began praying for their spiritual growth. […]
Paul had never met the Colossian believers, but he tells us in verses 4, 7, 8 how he had heard of their faith through Epaphras, a beloved fellowservant. This knowledge prompted him to give thanks to God for them and to pray continually for them. When a seed is planted in the earth and watered, […]
Colossians was written by the Apostle Paul in about 62 AD during his time in the Roman prison. He wrote Colossians about the same time as Ephesians and they share many similarities. The theme of the book is the preeminence of Christ. That word “preeminence” describes a high status importance because of one’s superiority. It […]