Colossians Class-Pauls Ministry

Faith in the Future is
Power in the Present!
…a simple look at Paul’s letter
to the Colossian Christians…

A Glimpse into Paul’s Ministry
“For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of; for necessity is laid upon me; for woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel.”
(1 Corinthians 9:16; ESV)

Introductory Questions
Did Paul suffer for the gospel?
Did Paul suffer because of the gospel?
Did Paul suffer for churches?

Why Did Paul’s Rejoice?
“Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church…”
(Colossians 1:24; ESV; Emphasis mine-CMG)

Why Did Paul Become a Minister?
“…of which I became a minister according to the stewardship from God that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known…”
(Colossians 1:25; ESV)

What was Paul’s Purpose in Ministry?
“…Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ…”

What was Paul’s Struggle?
“For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you and for those at Laodicea and for all who have not seen me face to face…”

Faith in the Future is
Power in the Present!
…a simple look at Paul’s letter
to the Colossian Christians…

Colossians Class-Pauls Ministry

by Chris Gallagher on Dec 05, 2009

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