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Unusual First Words for Paul: Galatians 1:1–2, Part 4 Dec 19, 2023

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How does Paul’s greeting to the Galatians convey the seriousness of the letter that follows? What makes the greeting unique?

Authorized by God, Father and Son: Galatians 1:1–2, Part 3 Dec 17, 2023

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Paul opens his letter to the Galatians with an incredible statement of his authority. Why does he do that?

How Do We Know Paul’s Words Are God’s Words? Galatians 1:1–2, Part 2 Dec 15, 2023

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What is an apostle, and how does the authority of an apostle change the way we should read the letters of Paul?

Paul’s Background Is a Mercy to Us: Galatians 1:1–2, Part 1 Dec 12, 2023

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Who was Paul before God made him an apostle? What can we learn from his life, conversion, and death?

Summary of Colossians: Colossians 1–4 Dec 10, 2023

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In his glorious letter to the Colossians, what was the most foundational truth Paul wanted to communicate?

My Signature. My Chains. My Blessing. Colossians 4:15–18 Dec 08, 2023

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What do Paul’s final words in the letter to the Colossians reveal about his priorities and about his deep affection for the saints in that city?

Agonizing in Prayer to the Point of Pain: Colossians 4:10–14, Part 2 Dec 05, 2023

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Christians should labor in prayer. They should be like athletes in prayer who struggle for the glory of God and the good of others.

Cultivating Christian Connectedness: Colossians 4:10–14, Part 1 Dec 03, 2023

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How do the greetings in Paul’s letters serve the connectedness of the church? And how might Christians better greet one another in Christ today?

How Could Bad News Encourage Anyone? Colossians 4:7–9 Dec 01, 2023

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In the providence of God, even the events that we view as obstacles work to advance the gospel. God turns barriers into blessings.

Grace and Salt for Each Outsider: Colossians 4:5–6 Nov 28, 2023

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What does it mean to have your speech seasoned with salt? Salt-seasoned words reveal the gospel of grace to those who have not yet tasted it.